“Magnolia Square” Mural Unveiling
May 22, 2025
May 2025 After a citywide vote, Magnolia Square emerged as the favorite among the three finalists–Green Valley Junction, Magnolia Square and Picadilly Commons. The name grew from ideas rooted in local history and personal stories, reflecting a strong community effort. To mark this transformation, the City partnered with Main Street Buena Vista and the Rockbridge […]
City of Buena Vista Announces New Name for “Town Square”: Magnolia Square
May 14, 2025
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, […]
Tree Projects Flourishing in BV
May 12, 2025
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 […]
Exciting Update: Virginia Innovation Accelerator Nears Construction Milestone and Launches JUNCTION 245 Marketplace
April 25, 2025
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, […]
Together We Built It, Together We Name It
April 17, 2025
Fall 2024 – Spring 2025 With the construction of the stage cover in October 2024, “Town Square” is one step closer to completion. With that, the time has come to choose a name for the space that has quickly become a natural gathering place and where the community will create memories together for years to […]
Applications for Tourism Event Sponsorship is Now Open
April 1, 2025
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 […]
Fair Housing Month: A Community Commitment to Safe Housing for All
April 1, 2025
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 […]
Free Medical Clinic Comes to Lexington April 12-13, 2025
February 24, 2025
April 12-13, 2025, a free medical clinic will be located at Rockbridge County High School, offering services like dental, vision and general medical care. Click here for more details or call 865-579-1530
Buena Vista Announces Completion of Tree Canopy Master Plan
February 21, 2025
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 […]
February 20, 2025 City Council Meeting Canceled
February 14, 2025
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.