In case of emergency, it is nice to know we will soon have helicopter landing pads accessible near Smith Mountain Lake. Jason M. Dunovant of the Smith Mountain Eagle tells the story.
Noticing a helicopter fly overhead may soon be a common occurrence in Westlake. The Franklin County Planning Commission approved plans last week for [...]

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In a world where furniture polish is made from real lemons and lemonade is made from artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, and food coloring, we never know what is really in the products on our grocery store shelves. But more and more people are taking responsibility for finding out these days.
As consumers like you and [...]

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  Last Wednesday the Bedford County Board of Supervisors met to discuss two potential Smith Mountain Lake condominiums, proposed by Waterway Properties (the developer), to be roughly 81ft. high.
The Board of Supervisors voted 4-2 to reject allowing the two proposed Smith Mountain Lake condominiums to exceed a 45-foot height limit required by zoning ordinance.
Many area [...]

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When you want a really nice night out, but don’t want to spend top dollar, consider these wonderful restaurants with a view of the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake.
Chopsticks (540-721-8839)
Excellent Chinese Food, Lunch Buffet, Served Lakefront
Bridgewater Plaza at Hales Ford Bridge, Moneta, Virginia
By Boat: Bridgewater Plaza, West of Marker R-28
Mango’s Bar and Grill (540-721-1632)
Lunch, Dinner, [...]

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Most of us would love to own a second home or a vacation cottage on Smith Mountain Lake. There is just something being on or near the water that refreshes the soul and relaxes the body. Buying property on a lake is likely something that would benefit the health and well-being of [...]

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Everyone is talking about one of the areas favorite attractions being sold. This article in the Smith Mountain Eagle sums it up pretty well. All will be sad at it’s loss, yet new additions will no doubt be interesting.
Camper’s Paradise, a Smith Mountain Lake landmark for nearly 40 years, has been sold to the [...]

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More excitement in store for the folks of Smith Mountain Lake and surrounding area! Rebecca Jackson of the Smith Mountain Eagle tells the story:
Smith Mountain Lake took one step closer last week to getting a sizeable venue for concerts and other public events when the Bedford County Planning Commission voted unanimously in favor of [...]

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In the Blue Ridge Mountain area, including Smith Mountain Lake and throughout Virginia, Frankee Love offers a unique service. She performs personalized wedding ceremonies. Frankee is a Justice of the Peace, or as it’s called in Virginia, a Marriage Celebrant.
As a Wedding Officiant, Frankee can prepare a ceremony as unique as each couple themselves, [...]

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Educational classes, Grand Openings, Restaurant specials and all sorts of fun in March at Smith Mountain Lake.
NUTRITION WORKSHOP:  Local Nutritionist Jane Missel, C.N.C. is offering another workshop to share how you can prevent heart attacks, strokes, cancer and diabetes.  Session from 11:00 to 12:30 on Friday March 23rd at Westlake CC.  $22 includes lunch.  [...]

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Are you looking for a place to take a new love interest out to supper, or perhaps buy lunch for a friend’s birthday? Would you like the meal to include water softly lapping at the shore nearby or maybe a view of the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake on the horizon? Then check [...]

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