Smith Mtn Lake State Park alternative to July 4th travel Gene Marrano July 4, 2014 1 min read One way to avoid July 4th holiday traffic on the highways – and major storms at the beach resorts – is a “staycation,” at venues like Smith Mountain Lake. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: What fire officials do at fireworks sites before the shows beginNext: Vinton’s 4th of July Celebration is tonight Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025
