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End of an Era: Brownies Hardware and Auto Parts to Close After 52 Years
Read full article: End of an Era: Brownies Hardware and Auto Parts to Close After 52 YearsAfter 52 years of dedicated service to the community, Brownies Hardware and Auto Parts is set to close its doors for the final time at the end of this year.
WATCH: Antique and Classic Boat Show at Smith Mountain Lake next weekend
Read full article: WATCH: Antique and Classic Boat Show at Smith Mountain Lake next weekendCelebrating classic boats at Smith Mountain Lake, the Antique and Classic Boat Show is next weekend. 10 News photojournalist Greg Moore gives us a sneak peak at what you can expect.
Smith Mountain Lake business offers free stray voltage testing following deadly electrocution incident
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake business offers free stray voltage testing following deadly electrocution incidentAfter hearing of the electrocution incident, the owner of Blackwater Diving Company wanted to do something to educate people about the dangers of stray voltage near docks at the lake.
18-year-old Colorado high school grad dies at Smith Mountain Lake
Read full article: 18-year-old Colorado high school grad dies at Smith Mountain LakeA family vacation took a tragic turn on Thursday when an 18-year-old died after swimming in the lake. Investigators say he may have suffered from electric shock drowning.
โThrow, Donโt Goโ: Lifesaving tips for boating emergencies
Read full article: โThrow, Donโt Goโ: Lifesaving tips for boating emergenciesThe Department of Wildlife Resources is urging safe boating ahead of the Fourth of July: avoid alcohol, wear life jackets, and remember, "throw, donโt go."
Smith Mountain Lake receives $150,000 to research algae blooms following last yearโs harmful outbreak
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake receives $150,000 to research algae blooms following last yearโs harmful outbreakItโs been a year since the harmful algal bloom took over a section of Smith Mountain Lake.
Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days returns to original location after change in ownership
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days returns to original location after change in ownershipSmith Mountain Lake Pirate Days will remain at Crazy Horse Marina, now known as Goodhue Boat Company at Blackwater.
Stay safe on the water: Essential boating tips ahead of the holiday weekend
Read full article: Stay safe on the water: Essential boating tips ahead of the holiday weekendThese sunny days are giving people the itch to head outside and get in and on the water, and with Memorial Day weekend coming up, Smith Mountain Lake is expecting the crowds.
Smith Mountain Lake residents, businesses form Water Quality Alliance to prevent harmful algal blooms
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake residents, businesses form Water Quality Alliance to prevent harmful algal bloomsResidents and the business community at Smith Mountain Lake have formed the Smith Mountain Lake Water Quality Alliance to educate the public about harmful algal blooms.
Harmful algal bloom advisory lifted for Blackwater River arm of Smith Mountain Lake
Read full article: Harmful algal bloom advisory lifted for Blackwater River arm of Smith Mountain LakeThe Virginia Department of Health has provided an update regarding the harmful algal bloom that was discovered on Smith Mountain Lake in early June.
โThe lake is not closedโ: Smith Mountain Lake Community hears update to harmful algal blooms
Read full article: โThe lake is not closedโ: Smith Mountain Lake Community hears update to harmful algal bloomsThe Smith Mountain Lake community got to hear more about why some of the lake water has been a blueish-green color.
Smith Mountain Lake Association to host town discussion on health of the lake
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake Association to host town discussion on health of the lakeThe Smith Mountain Lake Association is hosting a town hall meeting Thursday, July 6 to discuss the health of Smith Mountain Lake.
Smith Mountain Lake Association announces harmful algal bloom resource center
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake Association announces harmful algal bloom resource centerThe Smith Mountain Lake Association is offering a new resource to keep visitors informed on the harmful algal bloom affecting parts of the lake.
Smith Mountain Lake Association hosting a free and interactive โDay at the Lakeโ
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake Association hosting a free and interactive โDay at the LakeโSmith Mountain Lake Association is hosting its signature event, A Day At the Lake. This is a free and interactive event that the whole family can enjoy.
Memorial Day rain impacts Smith Mountain Lake businesses
Read full article: Memorial Day rain impacts Smith Mountain Lake businessesMemorial Day weekend marks the start of summer for many, but this year it feels more like fall. Businesses at Smith Mountain Lake weigh in on how the weather affects one of their biggest weekends.
Two bodies recovered from Smith Mountain Lake IDโd as missing boaters
Read full article: Two bodies recovered from Smith Mountain Lake IDโd as missing boatersTwo bodies that were recovered from Smith Mountain Lake on Thursday morning were confirmed to be the two boaters missing after a boat capsized Monday.
Smith Mountain Lake getting ready to celebrate the 19th Annual Chili Festival
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake getting ready to celebrate the 19th Annual Chili FestivalBring your spoons and your appetite to Bridgewater Marina on Saturday, Nov. 5 for the 19th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Chili Festival.
Bridgewater Marina raises over $26,000 for Make-A-Wish
Read full article: Bridgewater Marina raises over $26,000 for Make-A-WishEach year, kids come to the Bridgewater Marina at Smith Mountain Lake to feed popcorn to the massive carp that gather around the docks. All popcorn sales are donated to Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia.
Get ready to walk to the plank because Pirates are taking over Smith Mountain Lake this weekend
Read full article: Get ready to walk to the plank because Pirates are taking over Smith Mountain Lake this weekendGet ready to walk to the plank because Pirates are taking over Smith Mountain Lake this weekend.
Bye, bye, balloons: Certain balloon releases prohibited in the Commonwealth
Read full article: Bye, bye, balloons: Certain balloon releases prohibited in the CommonwealthWith the Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days event coming on July 16, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is reminding Virginia citizens of the new regulation that went into effect on July 1, which bans citizens from intentionally releasing or discarding any non-biodegradable or non-photodegradable balloons outdoors in the Commonwealth.
John Carlinโs Outdoors: Striper Fishing at Smith Mountain Lake
Read full article: John Carlinโs Outdoors: Striper Fishing at Smith Mountain LakeIn this episode of John Carlin's Outdoors, we go striper or striped bass fishing on Smith Mountain Lake with fishing guide Travis Patsell who owns Cats and Stripers. Along for the trip is an old fishing companion, Steve Reynolds, who first showed me the ropes on striper fishing three decades ago.
Swimmers asked to avoid parts of Smith Mountain Lake due to high bacteria levels after heavy rain
Read full article: Swimmers asked to avoid parts of Smith Mountain Lake due to high bacteria levels after heavy rainSwimmers are urged to avoid five small areas of Smith Mountain lakes due to high levels of bacteria.
Boat safety tips for your adventure on the waters this Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Boat safety tips for your adventure on the waters this Memorial Day weekendVirginiaโs lakes are seeing an extra crowd of people this Memorial Day weekend, but with heavy rainfall just days ago, marina managers are advising people to take caution.
How you can stay safe out on the water ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Read full article: How you can stay safe out on the water ahead of Memorial Day WeekendAhead of the busy holiday weekend, conservation police with the Department of Wildlife Resources are reminding people to be safe while out boating.
Marina owners, the enviornment pay the price for abandoned boats in Virginia
Read full article: Marina owners, the enviornment pay the price for abandoned boats in VirginiaHundreds of abandoned boats across the commonwealth are putting a strain on marina ownersโ pockets while putting wildlife at risk.
Netflix interviews Smith Mountain Lake resident for upcoming documentary about Three Mile Island
Read full article: Netflix interviews Smith Mountain Lake resident for upcoming documentary about Three Mile IslandMalfunctions at a nuclear plant 43 years ago will be brought to light in a new documentary on Netflix.
Smith Mountain Lake businesses hope to stay busy as summer comes to an end
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake businesses hope to stay busy as summer comes to an endSmith Mountain Lake saw a lot of traffic on Labor Day. The weather was perfect for boating, playing a game of mini golf, or even enjoying a meal outside. The holiday brought in a good deal of foot traffic for businesses on the lakefront, which gave it a very different look than last year.
Smith Mountain Lake restaurant now requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all guests over the age of 12
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake restaurant now requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all guests over the age of 12A local favorite at Smith Mountain Lake is doubling down on its efforts to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.
This summer just might be the best time to invest in the Smith Mountain Lake region -- hereโs why
Read full article: This summer just might be the best time to invest in the Smith Mountain Lake region -- hereโs whySummertime is the best time to invest in Smith Mountain Lake, according to SVN Motleys Commercial.
โWe can do anything a man canโ: Meet the jet skiing She Doos of Smith Mountain Lake
Read full article: โWe can do anything a man canโ: Meet the jet skiing She Doos of Smith Mountain LakeA group of women, ranging in age from 50 to nearly 80, are making waves on the water at Smith Mountain Lake.
Smith Mountain Lake trash accumulation is the โworstโ in more than 30 years, park manager says
Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake trash accumulation is the โworstโ in more than 30 years, park manager saysA Smith Mountain Lake park manager is calling on community members to change their ways after noticing major trash accumulation in the area.
SML community rallies to raise money for local fire department after last-minute fireworks cancelation
Read full article: SML community rallies to raise money for local fire department after last-minute fireworks cancelationFolks on Smith Mountain Lake said this holiday weekend was one for the record books. That includes the turnout at Sunday nightโs fireworks show that as of just two weeks prior, was canceled.
Conservation Police urge sober boating this July 4th weekend with โOperation Dry Waterโ
Read full article: Conservation Police urge sober boating this July 4th weekend with โOperation Dry WaterโItโs looking like a great weekend to be outside for the holiday, and for many people, that means time out on Smith Mountain Lake.
New fireworks show announced at Smith Mountain Lakes to support Saunders Volunteer Fire Company
Read full article: New fireworks show announced at Smith Mountain Lakes to support Saunders Volunteer Fire CompanyMitchellโs Point Marina announced Friday that in addition to its July 2 fireworks it will now be launching fireworks on Independence Day.