Ice cream season has officially arrived. Whether you’re in the mood for a hand-dipped waffle cone, a fresh-scooped ice cream ...

Emma Coleman 540-981-3198 Jul 30, 2022 Jul 30, 2022 Updated Sep 7, 2023 A new statewide, searchable cold case database sparked a new lead in a 19-year-old murder investigation late last month. “I just ...

The foundation for the dam that today holds back Smith Mountain Lake was laid more than 500 million years ago. In the late Pre-Cambrian era, long before the appearance of dinosaurs, fish, land plants ...

For many folks, autumn signals the start of sweater weather, pumpkin spice, and comfort foods. But for runners, this time of year means crisp air, scenic routes with colorful foliage, and preparation ...

Ron Willard Sr. (right) founder of The Willard Companies, discusses plans for a development with officials from Franklin County. Willard is the driving force behind Westlake Towne Center, which is the ...

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Appalachian Power closed its coal-fired generating Glen Lyn power plant in 2015 after it had generated electricity for nearly a century. The utility says it has no plans for the industrial site ...

Oh Goodie offers curated, personalized gift boxes for every occasion, sourced from high-quality vendors with a focus on exclusivity and meaningful connections.

I’ve discovered an amazing thrifters’ paradise just up the road in Hurt. Open once a month, White Barn Vintage has become one of my happy places. This past spring during a vendors’ market, when they ...

It’s time to get to know the neighbors a bit better. No, not those neighbors — the wild creatures that swim the waters, run the shoreline and soar above Smith Mountain Lake. These co-habitants of ...

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Our Smith Mountain Lake gift guide has ideas for everyone on your list. From gourmet treats for foodies to thoughtful presents for him, her, and even ...

Smith Mountain Lake has a seemingly endless amount of activities and entertainment opportunities for its many summer visitors and its growing number of full-time residents. Avenues for enjoyment may ...