Category Living Here

Golden Moments: A Look Back at the 50th Anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake

When SML turned 50 in 2016, the milestone was more than an anniversary. It marked a moment of collective reflection,…

60 Ways to Celebrate 60 Years of Smith Mountain Lake Spring has a way of reminding us why Smith Mountain…

Join the Effort to Keep Smith Mountain Lake Clean and Safe. Keeping Smith Mountain Lake clean, safe and beautiful is…

A practical guide to refreshing Smith Mountain Lake docks, decks and patios. At Smith Mountain Lake, spring is when outdoor…

The water flowing into Smith Mountain Lake tells an important story, and volunteers are helping write the next chapter. On…

How Rotarians turn good intentions into collective impact It often starts with a simple question: How can we help right…

New nonprofit builds on Smith Mountain Lake’s spirit of giving with new programs to end hunger. When neighbors face hunger,…

How dedicated scientists, students and volunteers have worked together to keep SML clean, healthy and thriving. In 2026, Smith Mountain…

Want an easy way to make a real difference for our neighbors in need around Smith Mountain Lake? Join us…

It was a simple comment at a Bedford County school board meeting that left a lasting impression: Many children return…

Allison Kappler, K-12 Supervisor of Science and Computer Science for Bedford County Public Schools (BCPS) was looking for hands-on science…

Up until a few years ago, the length and breadth of my boating experience consisted of canoeing, an occasional bowrider…