City of Buena Vista Releases Bontex Reuse Study, Lays Foundation for Major Redevelopment

Kristina RamseyNews

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

City of Buena Vista Announces New Name for “Town Square”: Magnolia Square

Ally HaneyNews

For Immediate ReleaseMay 12, 2025 BUENA VISTA, VA (May 2025)— Together we built it, together we NAMED it, the City of Buena Vista is proud to unveil the new name of what has been temporarily called the “Town Square”. After a citywide vote, Magnolia Square emerged as the favorite among the three finalists—Green Valley Junction, Magnolia Square, and Picadilly Commons. … Read More

Tree Projects Flourishing in BV

Ally HaneyNews

In a flurry of recent developments, the City of Buena Vista continues to advance its multiple tree initiatives through a multi-year community collaboration. Funded by a 3-year award from the Virginia Department of Forestry and secured by Boxerwood, the goal of BV Cool Trees is to strengthen the urban canopy in the City while also increasing citizen engagement and youth … Read More

Exciting Update: Virginia Innovation Accelerator Nears Construction Milestone and Launches JUNCTION 245 Marketplace

Ally HaneyNews

News Release Nickie Hawkins, Director, The Advancement FoundationVirginia Innovation Accelerator & Innovation Servicesnickie@acceleratevirginia.com540-521-0249 Kristina Ramsey, DirectorBuena Vista Economic Development540-261-8616kristina.ramsey@bvcity.org Buena Vista, VA (April 2025) — The Virginia Innovation Accelerator (VIA), a transformativeproject revitalizing the historic Mundet-Hermetite manufacturing plant in Buena Vista, is nearing the completion of a significant phase of construction. With updates to utilities, interiorrenovations to create flexible retail … Read More

Applications for Tourism Event Sponsorship is Now Open

Kristina RamseyNews

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

Fair Housing Month: A Community Commitment to Safe Housing for All

Kristina RamseyNews

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

Buena Vista Announces Completion of Tree Canopy Master Plan

Ally HaneyNews

Buena Vista, VA— The City of Buena Vista, in collaboration with the Green Infrastructure Center (GIC), Boxerwood, and students from Parry McCluer High School through the BV Cool Trees program, is proud to announce the completion of its Tree Canopy Master Plan. This combined effort has been supported by technical assistance from the Virginia Department of Forestry and aims to … Read More

February 20, 2025 City Council Meeting Canceled

Kristina RamseyNews

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.