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Republican candidate for Virginia governor Amanda Chase visits Smith Mountain Lake, says she will be ready to lead the state back to the constitution

The Landing Love Project receives $100,000 matching gift donation from Michelle and David Baldacci

Ribbon cutting held for new CATS facility at SML

News

Vinton History Museum to hold open house

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The public is invited to the visit the Vinton History Museum in December during the evenings to enjoy deer decorations on the lawn and use the decorated pergola for a photo opportunity. Read more

Event has people racing to end child abuse

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Southern Virginia Child Advocacy Center invites the community to participate in the 15th annual Johnny CASA Race Event. Read more

Harvester announces 2021 highlights

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In the spirit of its hashtag, #MusicWillReturn, Harvester Performance Center announced Monday, Nov. 23, some highlights of its 2021 season. Read more

A Child’s Christmas provides gifts for children in need

Nov 27, 2020
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Although Christmas may be weeks away, Lake Christian Ministries’ (LCM) volunteers have been busy organizing A Child’s Christmas for a growing number of children in need. This year, many local … Read more

Deputy, K9 complete training

Nov 27, 2020
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The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office announced an addition to its K9 Unit. Deputy Lawson and K9 Toto have completed training at Shallow Creek Kennels in Pennsylvania. The training consisted of … Read more

Sports & Outdoors

Staunton River High School senior Aidan Brown commits to Bluefield College

Nov 24, 2020
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The Staunton River High School (SRHS) baseball team has yet another player who will continue his baseball career at the college ranks. Senior outfielder Aidan Brown committed to Bluefield Coll…

SMLCA boys’ team starts practice, look to improve with team chemistry

Nov 19, 2020
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When it comes to playing under Indiana native Mike Greathouse, the Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy boys basketball team can expect a few things each practice under its head coach: lots o…

Franklin County High School senior Adriana Hart signs with Newberry College

Updated Nov 18, 2020
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After earning second-team region B her freshman year, the expectations for Franklin County High School senior Adriana Hart, a girls lacrosse midfielder, were already starting to rise. From the…

Sailboat race winners announced

Nov 13, 2020
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Blackwater Yacht Racing Association (BYRA) completed its 2020 sailboat racing season Saturday, Oct. 24, and recently announced the winners.

Rotary Club to hold disc golf tournament

Nov 13, 2020
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The Rotary Club of Smith Mountain Lake will hold its initial Moneta Madness Charity Disc Golf Tournament at Moneta Park on Saturday, Nov. 14.

Opinion

In quietness and in confidence

Nov 25, 2020
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“For thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not.

Thanksgiving in middle of pandemic

Nov 25, 2020
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Thanksgiving of 2020 comes with its own set of challenges beyond the normal excitement of organizing a feast and juggling guests — especially for those who are trying to stay home and mitigate contact with the world due to coronavirus concerns.

Letters to the Editor: Charities thank community for support

Updated Oct 28, 2020
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The Agape Center, Lake Christian Ministries and SML Good Neighbors thank everyone who helped make the recent Capps & Community Charity Challenge event a huge success!

Letters to the Editor: Charities thank community for support

Oct 28, 2020
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The Agape Center, Lake Christian Ministries and SML Good Neighbors thank everyone who helped make the recent Capps & Community Charity Challenge event a huge success!