Choose Life Toymakers, the nonprofit maker of free wooden toys for children, will have a display of toys in the Buena Vista Public Library during March and April.
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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.
Ayla Marie Anderson was born at 12:07 p.m., Feb. 20, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida.
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.
Every semester Buena Vista High School recognizes our outstanding students earning a grade point average of 3.8 or greater.
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.
The 2021 Kent Haruf Memorial Writing Scholarship is open to junior and senior high school students in Chaffee and Fremont counties for excellence in fiction and creative non-fiction writing.
Tucker Rowan Judd DeLong was born at 4:33 a.m. , Feb. 13, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida.
Full Circle Restorative Justice was awarded $10,600 by the Chaffee County Women Who Care toward the new Transformative Community Conversations program.
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.
Tiffany Colette turns dry, sandy soil into her working partner while coaxing delicious, beautiful vegetables out of the ground in the high, desert of central Colorado.
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.
Ark-Valley Humane Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the welfare of companion animals through compassion and care, announced the election of its 2021 board of directors.
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
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Membership in a 4-H club means more than just projects and meetings. For some, it can inspire a career path.
Ark-Valley Humane Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the welfare of companion animals through compassion and care, announced the election of its 2021 board of directors.
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.
When Mary Lee Bensman was let go due to the pandemic shutdown from her long-time position at The Chaffee County Times last June, she felt lost, initially.
Central Colorado Humanists announced several $1,000 scholarships will be awarded in spring 2021. The application deadline is March 31.
The graduating seniors in Chaffee, Lake and western Fremont counties are invited to apply for the Alpine Orchestra Scholarship.
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association is planning to award one or more $500 minimum scholarship(s) this spring for those planning to start post high school education this fall.
Grace Church and Congregational United Church of Christ will co-host a Lenten worship and reflection on prayer and healing Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m., during Lent via Zoom.
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.
American Indian Lifeways in the San Luis Valley is the next Science Sunday presentation by the Central Colorado Humanists on Feb. 7.
Central Colorado Housing’s (a department of UAACOG) Home Repair program can upgrade windows, add insulation, repair or replace furnaces and replace doors. With the sometimes extreme cold weather and heating costs on the rise, these upgrades/repairs will quickly pay for themselves. The program can also address other homeowner concerns such as plumbing problems, electrical problems and fire mitigation (tree trimming) to name a few. Construction supervision is provided at no cost and payment assistance is available to homeowners who qualify.
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.
The Buena Vista Heritage Museum took in substantial donations from the Lettucehead Food Company and the Arkansas Valley Car Club in 2020.
Charles Forster, the former president of Buena Vista’s Collegiate Peaks Bank, was a Salida resident, but his commitment to the town’s businesses and community outreach affected the Buena Vista area as well.
The passing of Charles “Charlie” Forster, 72, on Jan. 28 left a void that is being felt not just in the community, but throughout the region.
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.
Evie Jo Trueblood was born at 5:48 p.m., Jan. 13, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida.
Coralyn Bur Toll was born at 4:25 p.m. Jan. 8, 2021, at Saint Anthony Summit Medical Center in Frisco.
The Chaffee’s Got Heart Committee is proud of local businesses, organizations and individuals that have gone above and beyond during the pandemic and recently recognized Eddyline Restaurant and Brewery.
FORT HAYS, Kan. – Meghan Anderson of Buena Vista was named to the fall 2020 Dean’s Honor Roll at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kan.
Tanner graduates from Wheaton College magna cum laude
CHADRON, Neb. – Chadron State College announced Sage McGinnis of Buena Vista has qualified for the institution’s fall 2020 President’s List.
CHADRON, Neb. – Chadron State College announced Hayden McGinnis of Buena Vista has qualified for the institution’s fall 2020 Dean’s List with at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Benjamin Landry, a Junior History major from Buena Vista, was among approximately 900 Bob Jones University students named to the Fall 2020 Dean’s List.
ALAMOSA – Michael Romero received a degree from Adams State University in Alamosa during the Spring 2020 virtual commencement ceremony on June 6.
ALAMOSA – Rebecca Carnaghi of Buena Vista received a degree from Adams State University in Alamosa during the Spring 2020 virtual commencement ceremony on June 6.
ALAMOSA – Tracy Lynn Chaney of Hartsel received a degree from Adams State University in Alamosa during the Spring 2020 virtual commencement ceremony on June 6.
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.
This photo is of the Cornucopia Smelter, which was located at the far east end of Main Street.
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.
Branson Rhyder Sustrich was the first county baby of the year, born at 1 p.m., Jan. 3, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida.
Lulu Skye Melton was born at 3:22 p.m., Dec. 26, at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida.
Housing and the impact of its affordability and shortage is the topic of the January 2021 League of Women Voters zoom presentation from noon-1 p.m., Jan. 11.
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 Chaffee County Community Foundation is teaming up with a new Buena Vista restaurant to provide ready-to-heat meals to frontline healthcare workers.
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.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaffee County are on a well-deserved break through Jan. 4, but will be prepared for the challenges of providing programming in the winter when they open their doors again next year.
ClearView hosts three RSVP services, Christmas eve livestreamed
Chaffee County Public Health is strongly recommending that places of worship use online programming rather than in-person services this holiday season.
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.
This year’s Christmas Opening was limited in scope compared to years’ past because of you-know-what, but the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce was still able to spread holiday cheer.
The Buena Vista Rotary Club has distributed dictionaries for the past 17 years to third graders at Avery-Parsons Elementary School (and in Leadville and Fairplay). The free dictionaries have always been well-received by students and teachers.
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