Ospreys return to SML nest, so why can’t you watch them raise chicks this year? Evan Jones March 28, 2016 1 min read An osprey pair is back in the nest at Smith Mountain Lake State Park — a nest with a camera trained on it. But this year, you won’t be able to watch on line as the parents raise their young. WFIR’s Evan Jones reports on one main reason why: About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Tips on coping with spring allergies from LewisGale doctorNext: Roanoke County couple who lost children in fire asking the community to show support for injured friend Related Stories 1 min read VBR saw record numbers in 2024; ahead of that pace so far in 2025 Gene Marrano September 10, 2025 1 min read RSO Under the Stars, more Sylvia, Opera Roanoke – and History is Served Gene Marrano September 10, 2025 1 min read Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross is back this weekend Gene Marrano September 9, 2025