Andie has been covering Smith Mountain Lake since 2000 for a variety of publications, including the SML Visitor and Newcomer Guide, SML HOME Magazine, The Roanoker and Life Outside. As a partner in G&C Ventures, LLC, she oversees all content for our suite of websites, including Smith-Mountain-Lake.com and LakeLubbers.com.
From the Publishers: Community in Bloom
Spring is a season of renewal, and there’s no better time to embrace the beauty and energy of our vibrant…
SML Home Spotlight: Homecoming at The Water’s Edge
A deep-rooted connection to Smith Mountain Lake brought Chris and Rita Campbell back to a stunning French-country estate. Chris Campbell’s…
Crafting a Legacy Landscape at Smith Mountain Lake
From vision to reality, how one couple’s dedication shaped a timeless landscape that seamlessly blends natural beauty with functional outdoor…
SML Gives: Unite for a Day of Charitable Giving (2025)
Get ready to open your hearts (and your wallets!) for SML Gives, a dynamic fundraising event to benefit nonprofits throughout…
SML Wedding Profile: Amanda & Chris
Amanda and Chris Englert met in 2018 while studying at East Carolina University. Introduced by mutual friends, their connection was…
SML Wedding Profile: Mackenzie & Denton
Mackenzie and Denton Prillaman’s love story began long before most—starting as childhood friends at Roanoke Valley Christian Schools. Though a…
SML Wedding Profile: Elizabeth & Griffin
Elizabeth and Griffin Peters met in Arlington soon after moving there post-college. Though they lived in the same neighborhood, their…
Smith Mountain Lake Wedding Venues: Insider’s Guide 2025
A special event deserves an exceptional location, and Smith Mountain Lake delivers. With its picturesque venues for weddings and receptions,…
Shop Smith Mountain Lake: 15 Fabulous Finds
With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s not too early to start thinking about gift-giving. When you support…
From the Publishers: Celebrating SML Together
We are thrilled and deeply grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response to the inaugural issue of the SML Insiders’ Guide.…
Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail: Insider’s Guide (2025)
If you have a taste for high-quality, small-batch beverages, the nearby Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail is a must-do…