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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…
Lake Reflections: Finding Balance at The Lake

A Gardener’s Tale Ever since I was a child of 9 or 10, I’ve been drawn to growing things. It…
Cheers to 59 Years: SML Celebrates Full Pond Day (2025)

March 7 is a day to celebrate: it marks Smith Mountain Lake’s birthday! It was on this day in 1966…
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…
Dream Docks: Hottest Trends at Smith Mountain Lake

Cutting-edge materials and stylish upgrades are taking Smith Mountain Lake dock construction to a new level. With a surge of…
Buffer Landscaping: Expert Tips for Design and Function

If you spend any time cruising around Smith Mountain Lake, you’ll notice a range of approaches to shoreline landscaping. Thinking…
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…
The Lake Scene: Spring 2025

SML Turkey Trot More than 180 walkers and runners kicked off their Thanksgiving Day by taking part in the SML…
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…
From the Publishers: New Year, New Discoveries

As the New Year rolls in, one of my go-to resolutions is always to travel more. Last summer, my husband…