Latest from Laker Weekly

• TLAC awards contract for aquatic weeds removal - About 150 acres containing invasive species are expected to be treated this year.
• Lake Effects; to be shown again, released on DVD - The movie, which was filmed and set at SML, will be available for purchase Aug. 14.
• Committee passes Hurt bill boosting landowners’ rights - SHORE Act could affect lakefront properties and the Shoreline Management Plan.
• Free vaccinations offered for canines - Program is offered to county residents who receive social services.
• Agape Center expanding into new building - Nonprofit's move will double the space.
• The Willard Cos. buys two major lake properties - SML firm paid $5.6 million for Bridgewater Pointe and Bridgewater Grande, both unfinished.
• Lake will have pump-out boat after all - Boat will replace Royal Flush.
• Hail storm tears through lake area - Though funnels were sighted, no tornadoes have been confirmed.
• 'Lake Effects' to premiere earlier - The film will broadcast on Hallmark Movie Channel May 6.
• Population investigation - Bill Piatt set out to find out just how many people live around Smith Mountain Lake; he said he believes the information will benefit the cause he leads.

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