The Buena Vista Community Garden, an independent non-profit 501(c)(3), will soon add a new pavilion to its space at 1704 Magnolia Avenue. The project is being carried out by the Community Garden in partnership with the VMI Timber Framers, and will culminate in a public hand-raising of the timber frame structure October 9-12, 2025. While the City of Buena Vista … Read More

The City of Buena Vista has completed a major milestone in reimagining the future of the Bontex site, a long-vacant industrial property that sits at a key gateway into the City. The recently finalized conceptual reuse study and assessments, funded through a Technical Assistance Grant from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), builds on a multi-year effort to revitalize … Read More

NEWS RELEASE     Buena Vista, VA (May 2025) — The City of Buena Vista is calling on residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to help shape the future of the Buena Vista Company Building, also known as Old City Hall. This iconic building, currently serving as the public library, is the focus of a study funded by the National … Read More

Contact:  Patty Williams, Director of MarketingLexington & the Rockbridge Area Tourism106 E. Washington St. Lexington, Virginia 24450(540) 463-3777 | marketing@lexingtonvirginia.com LEXINGTON, Va. (March 31, 2025) – The Rockbridge Regional Tourism Board offers sponsorships for tourism events occurring in Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County on a biannual basis. Sponsorship application submission is open as of April 1 for events occurring between July … Read More

In Buena Vista, we believe safe, permanent housing is a fundamental right and a cornerstone of a thriving community. This Fair Housing Month, we’re raising awareness about the importance of housing safety, zoning compliance, and fair housing protections. What is Fair Housing? Fair housing means everyone has equal access to housing opportunities, free from discrimination based on race, color, national … Read More

As there is no old business being carried forward from the last City Council meeting, and there are currently no new business matters to be discussed at this time, please be advised that the City Council meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025, has been cancelled. 

Due to inclement weather, Buena Vista City Offices and the Circuit Court will open at 10 AM on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The Juvenile Domestic Court will open at 12 PM, while Civil Court has been cancelled for the day. Our Public Works crews are hard at work plowing and treating roads to ensure safe travel. Please keep the following … Read More

Due to inclement weather, Buena Vista City Offices and the Circuit Court will open at 10 AM on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The Juvenile Domestic Court will open at 12 PM, while Civil Court has been cancelled for the day. Our Public Works crews are hard at work plowing and treating roads to ensure safe travel. Please keep the following … Read More

Due to inclement weather, the regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for today, February 11, 2025, at 7 pm has been postponed to Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7 pm in City Council Chambers. Planning Commission meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7 pm in Council Chambers. For more information on Planning Commission meetings, contact the Community Development Department at … Read More

Due to inclement weather, Buena Vista City offices and courts are CLOSED today, February 11, 2025. Please stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel. We encourage everyone to stay weather-aware and monitor local news outlets for updates on road conditions and additional weather advisories.