The Chaffee’s Got Heart Committee is extremely proud of local businesses and individuals that have gone above and beyond by doing extraordinary things during these uncertain times.

Mayor Duff Lacy proclaimed Feb. 1-5 as Youth Appreciation Week.

Once again, Collegiate Peaks Realty was voted Best Realty Company in the 2020 Best of BV readers poll.

The company has taken that title every year since 2011, with the exception of 2018.

Since opening in 2018, Sorelle Delicatessen has grown quickly in popularity.

Chaffee County Times readers voted for the deli in multiple categories in Best of BV 2020, earning the restaurant a Buena Vista-most four awards: Favorite Employer, Favorite Restaurant, Favorite Lunch Spot and Favorite Curbside Takeout Service, the fourth award tied with Simple Eatery.

The Walden Chamber Music Society is offering two scholarships of $1,000 each to Chaffee County students who wish to pursue an education in the field of music.  

Though originally started in Salida, Gone to the Dogs has gained popularity at its second location in Buena Vista as well. The store has won three awards from Best of BV 2020, including Favorite Animal Trainer, Jenna Geldreich.

For over 20 years, the non-profit Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity has been active in helping families secure affordable housing. In Best of BV 2020, this service was acknowledged in CCHFH’s winning vote as Favorite Non-Profit.

This photo from BV Heritage shows the old two-story brick schoolhouse.

In 1882, the architect who designed the Chaffee County Courthouse was commissioned to design a school for the town. 

elevateHER and The Cellar on Railroad are teaming up for a “different virtual event,” called Virtual Vino Monday, March 1.

The virus situation in Chaffee County may be looking more stable, but many of the major events that Buena Vista residents look to to fill their weekend calendars in the summer are still exercising caution.

Here’s what you missed from the Feb. 23 meeting of the Buena Vista board of trustees;

Back in November, Keith Baker won re-election to his seat on the three-person Board of Chaffee County Commissioners, representing the northern part of the county.

Months later, Baker came out on top again in another democratic vote: Baker was named Favorite Public Servant by the readers of The Chaffee County Times Best of BV poll.

Dedication to giving one’s time for others doesn’t go unnoticed in Buena Vista. For Best of BV 2020, resident Nancy Taylor was voted Volunteer of the Year.

“I’m incredibly honored to be rewarded for doing something that is such a source of joy and enrichment in my life. A huge part of the credit goes to my wonderful friends and neighbors who’ve stepped up to help with countless projects over the years,” she says. “I’m certain there are others in town that deserve this recognition more than I do, and I sincerely thank all who voted for me.”

The Chaffee County Community Foundation, in partnership with the Chaffee County Department of Human Services announce an individual assistance program aimed at filling existing gaps in both eligibility and funding for Chaffee County residents.

This BV Heritage photo was taken from Midland Hill and shows the Denver South Park depot when it was east of the courthouse building.

Are you curious about our local wildlife? Join the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) for a virtual lecture, “A Wildlife Wander”, presented by Ryan Kempfer and Chris Kassar of Elk Raven Photography.

Membership in a 4-H club means more than just projects and meetings. For some, it can inspire a career path.

Membership in a 4-H club means more than just projects and meetings. For some, it can inspire a career path.

Local chapters throughout Colorado are celebrating recognition by the National Association of Secretaries of State of the contributions the League of Women Voters Colorado made to the success of the state’s 2020 elections

A  foretaste of  a train blocking Main Street.

Free income tax return help is available in Buena Vista. The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides free income tax return preparation and electronic filing again this year, provided by The Rotary Club of Buena Vista.

For 2021, “Discover – the Heart of Colorado” will be published in spring featuring summer activities and events with a fall-winter edition to follow.

The popular Arkansas Valley Publishing Co. magazine will take the place of the Summer Adventure Guide and Upper Arkansas Winter Guide which have been published for something like 40 years, in addition to Discover.

The Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy, the long-running fundraiser for The Alliance, will host its 35th year Saturday, Feb. 6.

For this year’s virtual event, The Alliance, a nonprofit which provides support services to victims of domestic abuse in Chaffee County will bring local celebrity chefs, including perennial favorites at the in-person event, into your home to teach you how to make chocolate treats on your own.

Wendell Pryor, director of the Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation will offer practical applications for including and implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices in Chaffee County organizations and businesses at the League of Women Voters Zoom meeting from noon-1 p.m., Feb. 8.

Chaffee County Community Foundation announced the opening of applications for nonprofit organizations seeking grant assistance from Buena Vista, Salida or both.

Applications will be accepted through Feb. 18.

Dr. Eric Toner, senior scholar and scientist at the Center for Health Security at Johns Hopkins University, will be the featured speaker at the Jan. 28 Chaffee County League of Women Voters Zoom Drinks & Dialogue webinar.

Chaffee County Public Health announced Wednesday in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, another vaccination event has been added in the county from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Jan. 23.

These slots are available by appointment only and are only for healthcare workers, responders, and those who are 70 and older.

This historic building was built in 1882. The false front is the oldest part of the building that had numerous additions and removals between 1883 and 1908.

Andrea Carlstrom, Chaffee County Public Health director is vaccinated as CCPH held its first COVID-19 vaccine clinic Dec. 28 at Chaffee County Fairgrounds. It included Chaffee County Emergency Medical Services.

The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) is excited to announce a virtual storytime at 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 30.

The Colorado Spirit Program provides free COVID-19 counseling and support made possible through FEMA grant funding administered through the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment.

Ralph “Terry” Scanga was surprised recently to receive the Bob Appel Friends of the Arkansas Award, presented by the Arkansas River Basin Water Forum for 2020.

Buena Vista Public Library announced the addition of 50 cooperating lending libraries in a press release Monday.

ClearView hosts three RSVP services, Christmas eve livestreamed

Six kids at the Boys & Girls Club who lacked a space to do their homework took home desks crafted by a longtime volunteer with the Club.