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.
12 Reasons Fall is the Best Time to Visit Smith Mountain Lake
While some consider Labor Day weekend the unofficial end of summer, we choose to look at it as the unofficial…
10 Essential Smith Mountain Lake Summer Events (2025)
Smith Mountain Lake comes alive in the summer with exciting events, and SML Insiders is your ultimate resource for everything…
From the Publishers: A Year of Growth and Gratitude
This time last year, our team was anxiously putting the finishing touches on the very first print issue of SML…
From the Publishers: You Asked, We Delivered
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from publishing SML Insiders, it’s that where to eat and what to do are…
Entertainment at Smith Mountain Lake: Insider’s Guide (2026)
At Smith Mountain Lake, delicious dining is just the beginning. Once you’ve had your fill of fresh seafood, wood-fired pizza…
3 Floating Restaurants to Try at Smith Mountain Lake (2026)
In addition to nearly two dozen waterfront restaurants, Smith Mountain Lake is also home to three one-of-a-kind floating eateries. Whether…
Community Spotlight: 100+ Women Who Care
Making a positive impact in the Smith Mountain Lake community through collective giving. Since its founding in 2016, the Smith…
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 Wedding Profile: Amanda & Chris
Amanda and Chris Englert met in 2018 while studying at East Carolina University. Introduced by mutual friends, their connection was…