While winter at Smith Mountain Lake is known as the off-season, this time of year is anything but dull. Although the crisp ...

Does the world of wine ever intimidate you? Many would say that it can feel extremely vast and overwhelming, making it ...

Being greeted with a glass of wine is one of the best ways to be welcomed to a new place, especially when it’s The Farmhouse at Veritas, a six-room bed and breakfast located at Veritas Vineyards and ...

The Smith Mountain Lake area has seen remarkable change over the years. Once known mainly as a haven for campers and anglers, it later transformed into a popular vacation destination. Today, it’s home ...

Fungi have a PR problem, and honestly, they’ve earned it. For plant doctors like me, the forensic evidence at the crime scene (aka your garden) is pointedly aimed at the perpetrator. Fruiting bodies ...

I’m stuck in traffic, watching a parade of yellow school buses turn into the local middle school and wondering: Do you remember your first day of school? The joy of wearing a brand-new outfit to start ...

Read Between the Wines, a combination wine bar and new and used book store, is the latest addition to Union Hall’s community of businesses, having opened its doors Aug. 1. Owner and Union Hall ...

What do monster trucks, rodeos, and hot air balloons have in common with wine? They’re all part of the creative lineup dreamed up by Tyler and Ashley Wind, the husband-and-wife team behind Wind ...

Anyone who’s dined at The Inn at Little Washington understands with surety that this place is unlike any other. As the only restaurant in Virginia — and one of just 14 in the U.S. — to earn three ...

Scheduled to open in July, Coasters will feature many of the same hallmarks as Drifter’s: high-quality proteins, fresh seafood, generous portions, and bold flavors — perfect for guests arriving by ...

Let’s face it: gifting can be stressful. On the giving end, it’s the process of finding something that not only shows you care but that the recipient will enjoy. On the receiving end, it’s crossing ...

Whether you're a longtime resident or a weekend visitor, pet owners at Smith Mountain Lake will find a variety of local resources to keep their furry companions happy and healthy. This handy guide ...