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virginia: Virginia Safe Boating Class Schedule- Smith Mountain Lake Region -2009 - 02/27/09 12:21 PM
Safe Boating Class Schedule 2009
Boating is fun especially at Smith Mountain Lake, but caution should be taken when operating any motorized vessel.
Boating accidents and fatalities in Virginia:
Accidents Fatalities
VA SML VA SML
2005 144 14 26 3
2006 136 23 31 0
2007 144 11 33 2
2008 108 18 16 1
The Virginia General Assembly passed a boating safety education law … (4 comments)
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virginia: Wordless Wednesday - Boating Toward the Smith Mountain Lake Dam - 02/18/09 08:26 AM
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virginia: Why your kids should go to Virginia Tech - 02/12/09 11:05 PM
As a parent of two college students, making the decision on which school your child will attend is extremely important. There are a lot of considerations and decisions to be made. Virginia residents are very fortunate to such excellent state schools. As a senior who's set to graduate in May, my daughter Kat has a student's perspective on the school. Check out her blog on Why Your Kids Should Go To Virginia Tech.
Via Kat Malone (Virginia Tech RPM Student):
Your kid is a junior in high school. This summer you'll be college shopping if you haven't already … (3 comments)
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virginia: Time To Take A Day Trip to Natural Bridge, Virginia - 02/04/09 11:01 PM
The groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter but I'm looking forward to an early spring! If you've got cabin fever, consider a day trip to Natural Bridge in nearby Rockbridge County. Located about an hour's drive from the city of Lynchburg, Natural Bridge is one of the oldest tourist attractions in the United States. Natural Bridge is a geological formation, 215 feet high and 90 feet across. U.S.Highway 11 runs over the top of the bridge.
Natural Bridge:
Once considered one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of the World" A designated National Historic Landmark A Virginia Historic Landmark Listed … (30 comments)
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virginia: Winter and Fall In Bedford County, Virginia - 01/28/09 08:49 AM
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virginia: Farm for Sale: 51 Acres in Historic Appomattox, Virginia $324,900 - 10/08/08 12:00 AM
This is a beautiful piece of property located in historic Appomattox, Virginia. The original log home was built circa 1807-1812 with further additions in the 1950's-1960's. For sale at: $324,900 for the home with 51 acres or $199,900 for the home with 5 acres
Considered to be Civil War surrender ground territory, the property is located just 12 miles from the Historic Appomattox Court House National Park. There is plenty of history and plenty of room for the kids and horses. This parcel contains open fields, fenced pastures, barns, chicken coop, a creek and wooded areas. For more information on … (8 comments)
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virginia: SCAREMARE 2008: EVERY ROOM REMEMBERS - Still Freakin' You out in Lynchburg, Virginia - 10/02/08 12:05 PM
"When the Frost is on the Punkin"
James Whitcomb Riley. 1853–1916 This is one of my favorite poems for one of my favorite time of year; the air is crisp, it's time for harvest festivals, apple picking, hayrides, pumpkins and Haunted Houses.
Halloween is just around the corner...... if you are within driving distance of Lynchburg, Virginia make plans to come to Scaremare. This is a local institution sponsored by Liberty University and is appropriately held in a large, old creepy, claustrophobic building. You never know what's going to come out of the woods or what might grab at your ankles! … (19 comments)
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virginia: SHORT TERM LEASE AVAILABLE IN LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA - 09/30/08 11:24 PM
This three bedroom home is located on one acre in Lynchburg, Virginia. The main level includes: Large family room with a gas log fireplace Living room Eat in kitchen Three bedrooms Laundry closet Over two thousand square feet with a large deck off of the family room, full basement with another bedroom and a finished attic.
The owner will consider a short term lease. Rent of $900 per month, Security Deposit and references. No pets. Call (434) 258-4567 for more information and showing appointment. … (7 comments)
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virginia: New Listing! Farmhouse on Five Acres in Appomattox, Virginia $199,900 - 09/30/08 04:48 PM
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virginia: An Afternoon on Main Street: Centerfest in Bedford, Virginia - 09/29/08 11:03 PM
Despite the drizzle over the weekend, Centerfest in Bedford, Virginia was well attended. We brought our umbrella and enjoyed the food, the bands and the crafts. I actually started my Christmas shopping thanks to all of the vendors selling Virginia Tech items.
Visit www.moblyng.com to make your own! Bedford is a great little city located about twenty minutes outside of Lynchburg, VA. Home to the National Elks Home, many antique stores and one of my favorite restaurants, The Duchess of Bedford. For more information on Bedford, Virginia, contact: Debbie Malone, Realtor (R)
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
(434) 546-0369
malone1981@aol.com
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virginia: So What Did You Do Today, Honey? A Day in the Life of a Realtor (R) - 09/29/08 08:43 PM
Ah, the life of a Realtor (R)... no set hours, my time is my own, come and go as you please. PU-LEEEZ !!! This was one long day: 7 am- Check email, write email. Receive email from agent asking permission to use my photo. Huh?
8 am- Check out the agent's website- already using my photo, send email asking for it to be removed.
8:30 am- Call client, set up showing for 6pm. Email agent about closing details.
9:30 am - Meet with client to sign the listing agreement.
10:00 am- Drop lunch money off to daughter at college.
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virginia: Shop, Dine and Have Fun at Bridgewater Plaza - Smith Mountain Lake, Moneta, VA - 09/26/08 11:14 AM
With 500 miles of shoreline, many people spend their summer vacation at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia. With Fall's arrival and upcoming activities- including the 20th Anniversary SML Wine Festival and SML Charity Home Tour- this is a great time to visit the lake.
A favorite destination while at the lake is Bridgewater Plaza in Moneta. One of several communities at Smith Mountain Lake, Moneta has a population of 8600 and was the location for much of the filming of the movie What About Bob? You can drive to Bridgwater Plaza or arrive by boat. On a summer … (20 comments)
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virginia: Bedford County, Virginia Apple Orchards: Take Your Pick! - 09/23/08 11:43 AM
Fall is the time to be outdoors- especially in Bedford County, Virginia.
With cooler weather and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, this is the time to meander down some country roads, taking in the natural beauty ~ and we have miles of country roads! We've made a date to take the girls apple picking in Bedford County next week. Two of our favorite orchards are: Gross' Orchard Apple Valley
6817 Wheats Valley Road Bedford, VA 24523
Visit www.moblyng.com to make your own! Gross' Orchard has been in business since the late 1800's. Family owned, … (29 comments)
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virginia: 27th Annual Centerfest in Bedford, Virginia - , September 26 & 27, 2008 - 09/23/08 12:39 AM
Looking for something to do this weekend? There are a lot of activities to choose from throughout Central Virginia including Centerfest.
If you don't want to wander too far from home, make plans to attend the 27th Annual Bedford Centerfest. The Festival start on Friday from 7pm-11pm and continues Saturday from 10am-9pm.This is one of the largest festivals in Virginia. Highlights include: Friday Night Concert Saturday Street Fair Car Show Motorcycle Show Book Festival Kids Activities Art Show Safety Fair Artisans Crafts Antiques Food Vendors
Admission during the day, Saturday Sept 27 is free. There is a … (18 comments)
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virginia: Looking For Beautiful Views of the Blue Ridge Mountains? Check Out Goode, Virginia - 09/22/08 09:31 PM
Driving west on Route 221, partway between Forest and the City of Bedford is the community of Goode, Virginia. Covering approximately 40 square miles, Goode has gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, especially the Peaks of Otter. With a population of more than 60,000, Bedford County is included in the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area, covers 769 square miles and borders Lynchburg to the east. Goode has a population of 2757. Public Schools serving Goode include:
Forest Elementary Forest Middle Otter View Middle Jefferson Forest High School
Goode is served by a volunteer Fire Department:
The Goode … (0 comments)
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virginia: Rustburg, Virginia: The County Seat of Campbell County - 09/22/08 08:21 PM
Campbell County is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and covers 511 square miles. With a population of more than 50,000, Campbell County is included in the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area and borders Lynchburg to the north, the Town of Altavista in the southwest, the Town of Brookneal in the southeast and the Staunton River to the south. Campbell County is located 115 miles west of Richmond, Virginia. Rustburg was established as the county seat when Jeremiah Rust donated fifty acres of land in 1784 for the first courthouse in the village. According to the 2000 … (0 comments)
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virginia: The Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour October 3-5, 2008 - 09/21/08 01:24 PM
2008 marks the 18th year of the Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour. Smith Mountain Lake is especially beautiful in the fall when the leaves start to change. If you've ever wanted to peek inside some of the most beautiful properties on the lake, here is your chance. Eight homes will be open in the lake communities of Penhook, Moneta, Huddleston October 3-5. Tickets for the tour may be purchased in advance for $25 online or at many businesses throughout the lake. $30 on the days of the tour at any of the featured homes. To see which homes are open, … (2 comments)
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virginia: Come Sail Away at SML - Mariner's Landing Summer Concert Series: STYX August 15, 2008 - 08/13/08 06:41 PM
The first concert in the series featuring Sara Evans was a hit! The next to perform this Friday is 70's band STYX- and we have our tickets! The schedule is:
STYX August 15
Lonestar August 16
Grand Funk Railroad August 22
Blake Shelton August 23
TobyMac August 28
Diamond Rio August 29
All concerts start at 7pm, and include special guests. Ticket prices range from $25-35 if purchased in advance. For tickets and information, go to: www.smlconcerts.com, www.tickets.com or call (888) 397-3100
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virginia: The Early Years of Billy Graham - Movie Premiere- Sunday, August 3, 2008 at TRBC - 08/03/08 12:24 PM
My husband and I ran into Patti Avery this morning at brunch at The Neighbors Place. She's one of the local producers of the new Billy Graham movie The Early Years of Billy Graham. She was telling us about the premiere tonight at TRBC at 6pm. Several Liberty University students are in the movie and there will be a full length showing of the movie which is scheduled to be released to the general public this October. I was privledged to hear Billy Graham preach in person several years ago. He and his late wife Ruth have had an incredible impact … (35 comments)
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virginia: 20th Anniversary - Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival - September 27-28, 2008 - 08/02/08 10:43 PM
Make plans to attend the 20th Anniversary of the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival this coming September 27-28. Held at Lake Watch Plantation, tickets are on sale at the Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce website at www.VisitSmithMountainLake.com.
Participating wineries include Amrhein Wine Cellars, Barboursville Vineyards, Bright Meadows Farm, Chateau Morrisette, Davis Valley Winery, Delfosse Vineyard & Winery, Fincastle Vineyard & Winery, First Colony Winery, Hickory Hill Vineyards, Horton Cellars Winery, James River Cellars, Inc., Lake Anna Winery, Leogrande Vineyard & Winery, Peaks of Otter Winery, Piedmont Vineyards & Winery, Rebec Vineyards, Rockbridge Vineyards, Sans Soucy Vineyards & Winery, Savoy-Lee Winery, … (6 comments)
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Debbie Malone, Lynchburg Realtor, (434) 546-0369
Lynchburg,
VA
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