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Marina Highlight | Magnum Point
Located in Union Hall on the south side of SML, Magnum Point is one of our local marinas that doesn't close for the winter. Serving up...
Nov 13, 20221 min read


Stitch and Sip
At Fables and Feathers Winery Every third Monday (the next one is set for Nov. 21st) from 3-5pm, you'll find a group of stitchers...
Nov 11, 20221 min read


Holiday Countdown Pt.2
Find Part 1 HERE Ready for a little more holiday spirit? This week we're thinking ahead to food planning. So much of what we make can be...
Nov 10, 20222 min read


Spring Valley Farm Trail Rides
Are you a lover of the great outdoors but find yourself at a loss for fresh air ideas (besides hiking) in the fall and winter months? I...
Nov 9, 20222 min read


UCF: Gluten Free Pizza | Bruno's
Destination: Bruno's Clubhouse Bistro Target: Gluten Free Pizza Scenario: A weekly haunt. This was not a reconnaissance mission but...
Nov 7, 20222 min read


Fall Meditations
Meditation or mindfulness might be described as flexing and strengthening the muscle that allows us the greatest amount of control over...
Nov 5, 20221 min read


The SML+ App | Tim Barr
Like many, thanks to the pandemic, Waterfront resident (and Salem native) Tim Barr suddenly found his job status changed to: remote...
Nov 4, 20222 min read


Holiday Countdown Pt.1
Do all things holiday just kind of sneak up on you every year? Does it always somehow feel like a mad dash to the finish line? Well allow...
Nov 2, 20221 min read


The Logger Cider Cocktail
The Logger Cider Cocktail 1 sprig rosemary 1 shot gin (my favorite is Bombay Sapphire) 1 t maple syrup Dry Hard Cider (like Bold Rock...
Oct 31, 20221 min read


Lake Writers
I've previously featured a few of the other wonderful groups that are gathered underneath the Smith Mountain Arts Council umbrella (such...
Oct 28, 20222 min read


Chicken First Aid Kit 101
So you've decided to keep your own backyard flock, but you're not sure how to best be prepared for the inevitable emergencies that arise...
Oct 22, 20221 min read


Wellfarm Vets | Dr. Hannah Varnell
Dr. Hannah Varnell is bringing a unique form of veterinary medicine to the lake! Through her mobile “office” (truck) she is serving...
Oct 21, 20222 min read


Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Lasagna
Whether you are looking for a great breakfast/brunch dish to share with family over the holidays, or you have an over-abundance of eggs...
Oct 19, 20221 min read


Dahlias
"God bless the dahlias." -said every weary October gardener. A large percentage of our flowers are now headed to sleep for the winter, or...
Oct 19, 20222 min read


UCF: Catfish Tacos | Magnum Point
Destination : Magnum Point Marina Target : Catfish Tacos Scenario : First time eating at Magnum. Big fan of fried catfish in general....
Oct 17, 20221 min read


Airport Halloween Spooktacular
If you're looking for something out of the ordinary this Halloween, the Smith Mountain Lake Airport is hosting their third annual...
Oct 16, 20221 min read


My COVID Story | Scott Bull
When serendipity (and COVID) interrupted the well-thought-out plan. Scott Bull was a chemist. Research and development were both his job...
Oct 14, 20222 min read


Meet The Skeleton Crew
Kristin: Why don't you introduce yourselves to us? The Crew: We like to think of ourselves as a hip and humerus group of friends who just...
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Halloween Pet Costume Contest
Attention all pet owners!!! The Current is hosting a Halloween Pet Costume Contest! If you've got a four-legged family member that loves...
Oct 11, 20221 min read
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