The Blue Ridge Mountain Foothills Hides Virginia's Lake Getaway With Serene Beaches, Campsites, And Trails

North Carolina border is an outdoor recreation haven with opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and simply spending time in ...
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Jury awards $750,000 to families evicted over race at Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake in Franklin County, Virginia. (Photo by Casey Johnson/Getty Images) A Franklin County jury has awarded $750,000 in damages to two families who were evicted from a Smith Mountain ...
The Roanoke Times

Bedford County supervisors approve Smith Mountain Lake campground

The master plan for the 10-plus-acre Sweet Water R.V. Park includes six tent sites; 18 RV sites; a camp store, which would not sell alcohol; and recreation amenities. The camp store also would house ...
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Jury awards $750,000 to two families who were racially discriminated against by owner of “Lazy Cove Campground”

Two families have been awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in a landmark case after a jury found the owner of Lazy Cove Campground in Smith Mountain Lake discriminated against them based on race.
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Set sail on the Legend of Smith Mountain Lake

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WSET) — All aboard! Set sail on the Legend of the Lake at Smith Mountain Lake. "Everybody talks about the Dare, everybody talks about the Dare," said Capt. Barry Bridges. He ...
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Dog rescued after falling through ice at Smith Mountain Lake

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Tuesday night in Franklin County, the Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department saved the life of a dog from the waters of the frozen lake. Chief ...
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Smith Mountain Lake deemed safe for swimming as water quality remains high this summer

As temperatures rise, Smith Mountain Lake is proving to be a safe haven for swimmers this summer, thanks to the diligent efforts of local volunteers. Each year, a dedicated team of 50 volunteers from ...