Bedford County working on new tourism effort Starr Anderson February 22, 2016 1 minute read To coincide with the 50th anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake, Bedford County is working on a new tourism effort. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more details: Share: Post navigation Previous: Bowers will not run for Congress, will resume full-time law practiceNext: Star City Playhouse looks for new home Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026