12-01-2021 Weekly Announcements
Christmas Opening – This Saturday
Events & Activities The Chocolate Walk – All Day December 4th & 5th Pick up your playing cards 11/29 to 12/3 at the BV Chamber Also available at The Heritage Museum on 12/4 Cards are $1 each with chances to win up to $200 in prizes Photos with Santa –...
Buena Vista’s Parade of Lights
Join us along South Main and East Main Streets for the Annual Parade of Lights. The Parade will start on South Main Street and end on East Main and Railroad where Santa will recite 'twas the Night Before Christmas before the lighting of the Community Tree. We hope...
Holiday Craft Fair at Christmas Opening
Come out to Christmas Opening and join us for the Holiday Craft Fair at The Heritage Museum during Christmas Opening from 10a - 4p. Check off some holiday shopping with some unique goods from these local artisan's. Some types of items you will find include hand knit...
Arkansas River Polar Plunge during Christmas Opening
The fourth annual Buena Vista Polar Plunge for charity at the South Main River Park - Saturday, December 4th at 11:30 am. Come join your friends and jump into the icy water of the Arkansas River to help raise funds for the local Toys for Tikes programs. This event...
Free Movie, The Star, During Christmas Opening
First Colorado Land is sponsoring the free showing of The Star at the Community Center. This family friendly movie will have two showings during the day. 10a and 12:30p. Reservations Required.
Pick up your Chocolate Walk Cards now!
The Chocolate Walk is back again and will take place the weekend of Christmas Opening, December 4th & 5th. This is your chance to visit our local businesses, get some yummy chocolates, shop holidays specials, and up to $200 in prizes! Pick up your playing cards...
Newspaper sales/writer wanted – Ute Country News
Low pressure - high reward.Regional monthly newspaper in Teller, Park, Fremont, Chaffee, and El Paso Counties seeks advertising sales representatives for the Buena Vista/Salida area. Also looking for writer to represent Buena Vista & Salida, to inform our readers...
Christmas Opening This Weekend – Play to Win $200
Participate in the Chocolate Walk this weekend during the Christmas Opening for a chance to win the $200 Grand Prize! Mary Kale, Broker Associate, Full Circle Real Estate Group MaryKaleRealtor.com (719)-221-2879 cell (719)-395-0101 office mmkkale64@gmail.com...
Photos with Santa!
Santa is coming to the Buena Vista Heritage Museum for Christmas Opening on December 4th. Start your holiday season off by getting your FREE photo with Santa. Reserve your spot here!
Chili Cookoff at Buena Vista Heritage
Do you think you make the best chili in town? Well, here is your chance to prove it! Join us during Christmas Opening to test your skills! Or, just stop by to vote for the best chili. December 4th at the Buena Vista Heritage Museum Submissions 9:00am - 10:00Am ...
Join the BV Library during Christmas Opening for the Local Author Fair
Date: Saturday, December 4, 12:00—3:00 p.m. Location: Buena Vista Public Library Meet local authors, purchase signed copies, and enter a raffle to win free books! Stop by the Buena Vista Public Library to meet local authors writing in all genres, from fiction, short...
Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2021 Comes to the Upper Arkansas Valley – Virtually
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) and Antero Outdoors are partnering for the 7th annual VIRTUAL Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Thursday, December 2 at 7 p.m. The Wild and Scenic Film Festival is an internationally renowned tour of the latest,...
Spectacular Light Displays
Mini-Blessings is pleased to announce the return of our SPECTACULAR LIGHT DISPLAYS Friday, December 10 & Saturday, December 11 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. We are raising money to support our programs and wonderful mini horses for the coming year $3/person or $10/car...
FCLO BV-Deck The Door Contest
Start submitting your decorated doors TODAY! We have a NEW business category this year! We will donate $250 to the charity of the winning business' door! Submit photos of decorated doors to Natalie@FirstColorado.com BEFORE Monday, December 13th!
Family Bites brought to you by Justin at Mountain Homes Lending
Besides helping people achieve financial security through homeownership, I'd like to share another one of my passions with you - Cooking! Justin’s Chicken Cacciatore This is one of my favorites! Easy to make, and the anchovies really add a deep umami flavor that puts...
Warm winter special at Accelerate Motorworks
It's time to welcome winter, warm as it is and Accelerate Motorworks would like to welcome winter time customers with a service special. We are offering 15% off parts and labor for all standard servicing for the month of December. We service all brands of...
Remote Worker Meetups, New Open Remote Work Opportunities
It’s not an overstatement to say the growing trend toward remote work is reshaping rural towns across the country. That’s certainly true here in Chaffee County and its creating new opportunities for many of us who live here. For young people graduating from local...
Support the work of GARNA on Colorado Gives Day
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association invites Coloradans to support efforts to deliver place-based environmental education, on the ground volunteer stewardship, sustainability, and heritage preservation in the Upper Arkansas Valley by donating to GARNA between...
Secure Career Opportunities Available at the CDOC Buena Vista Correctional Complex!
Are you looking for your Forever Career? The Colorado Department of Corrections is hiring! We are seeking dynamic, honest, and security-minded individuals to join our team of 400+ professionals at the Buena Vista Correctional Complex (or at any of our other 18...
Incredible Views and Natural Sunlight from this One of a Kind Trail West Home!
The view alone from this cozy mountain home is well worth the price! The basic structure of a cabin has been remodeled and added onto since it was built in 1970. Now with a primary bedroom on the main level and additional living space in the basement. Plenty of...
Gunsmoke Towing, Immediate Opening: Tow Driver
We have a challenging and rewarding job opening available immediately. We are needing a CDL or a NON CDL driver for our flatbed and 4x4 recoveries. Come and apply today.
11-24-2021 Weekly Announcements
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide Department: Nursing Location/s: Valley-Wide Buena Vista Position Type: Full-Time Pay Range: Hourly – Min: $15.00 – Max: $18.32 (based on qualifications and experience) Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA,...
Chaffee County Builds Capacity in Response to Recent COVID-19 Surge
November 17, 2021 For immediate release: For more information, please contact: Andrea Carlstrom, Director Chaffee County Public Health 719-530-2564; 719-207-1399 acarlstrom@chaffeecounty.or Chaffee County Builds Capacity in Response to Recent COVID-19 Surge Chaffee...
11-17-2021 Weekly Announcements
Monarch Experience Specialist and Monarch Experience Supervisor – Monarch Mountain
Monarch Mountain is seeking full and part time staff to join the Monarch Experience team. The Monarch Experience Department is a fun and exciting way to join the ski industry and the Monarch family. This department is an upbeat, energetic environment that provides...
Additional COVID-19 Test Site Launched
November 10, 2021 For immediate release: For more information, please contact: Andrea Carlstrom, Director Chaffee County Public Health 719-530-2564; 719-207-1399 acarlstrom@chaffeecounty.org Additional COVID-19 Test Site Launched Chaffee County, Colorado- Due to the...
CCPH Plans for New Chapter in COVID-19 Response in the Midst of an Alarming Surge
November 10, 2021 For immediate release: For more information, please contact: Andrea Carlstrom, Director Chaffee County Public Health 719-530-2564; 719-207-1399 acarlstrom@chaffeecounty.org CCPH Plans for New Chapter in COVID-19 Response in the Midst of an Alarming...
11-10-2021 Weekly Announcements
Rocky Mountain Lumber – Sales Associate
Rocky Mountain Lumber, in Buena Vista, has an opening for a sales associate. Duties would include, but not be limited to:- Helping customers with material estimates and evaluating needs and wants.- Assisting with inventory and product management.- Be able to lift 10...
11-03-2021 Weekly Announcements
Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity Construction Supervisor
JOB TYPE: Full-time/Salary REPORTS TO: Executive Director JOB SUMMARY: This position includes responsibilities for construction coordination/supervision. The position involves an extensive amount of hands-on activities at the build site; estimated at 80%...
Guest Column By Greg Felt, Chaffee County Board of Commissioners Chair and Board of Health Chair, and Andrea Carlstrom, Chaffee County Public Health Director and COVID-19 Incident Commander
It’s hard to fathom that it has been 20 months since our lives were dramatically transformed by the COVID-19 global pandemic. And while many in our society, especially in Colorado, have chosen to move on from this traumatic experience, going back to “normal” despite...
10-27-2021 Weekly Announcements
14er Canvas and Prints on Sale!
Purchase in person at The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce office. $5 promo must be purchased in person and is cash only! Please note we have a new location at 111 East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211 Canvas (40X21) $175 and back in stock! Poster Prints (21.5X39) On...
10-20-2021 Weekly Announcements
Members: Bring your Business Cards to the Chamber
If you are a BV Chamber Member and would like your business card available in our lobby, please bring it by! We get quite a bit of walk in traffic for people looking for different businesses in the area and we would love to be able to give them YOUR card! Stop by and...
Pick Up Your Copy of the Ute Country News
READ: Uplifting stories, Good news about mountain living, Informative and helpful articles in these challenging times ADVERTISE: In the Paper That Actually Gets Read! • Averages 95% pick-up rate • Readers will see your business in a positive light • Reach our...
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Adults Aged 18-20: Get Paid $22/Hour to Train as a CDOC Correctional Officer Apprentice in Buena Vista!
Click to Apply for Colorado Department of Corrections Correctional Officer Apprentice Here: BVCC Correctional Officer APPRENTICE--FOR AGES 18-20--Apply ASAP
09-22-2021 Weekly Announcements
Maintenance/Grounds Person – Collegiate Commons
Looking for a maintenance/grounds person for 48 apartments at www.CollegiateCommons.com in Buena Vista; either part-time or contract. You understand what it takes to do preventative maintenance on furnaces, electronic appliances, and grounds. You are reliable,...
Domino’s is Hiring ALL positions
Want your first best job? Are you looking for a career change or to start your career? Domino's in Buena Vista is looking for energetic people to come help us build our business. General Manager - Salary $46,800 + Profit sharing monthly bonus - Total compensation...
09-15-2021 Weekly Announcements
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Retail Inventory Coordinator – Monarch Mountain
Monarch Mountain is looking for a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join their retail team. The Retail Inventory Coordinator will work closely with Retail Manager facilitating inventory receiving and administration, product organization and...
Chaffee County Habitat AmeriCorps Volunteer Services Coordinator
Click here for the full Volunteer Coordinator job description! Click here to apply for the position! Host site (local Habitat organization) Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity Program: AmeriCorps National Member Role: Volunteer services coordination Host site manager:...
Chaffee County Habitat AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader
Click here for the full job description! Click here to apply for the Construction Crew Leader position! Habitat AmeriCorps member roles define a standard set of activities that members carry out over their service year. However, the goal is to help you meet your needs...
Library Assistant
The Buena Vista Public Library seeks a customer service expert to join our team. The library assistant links guests to its public resources, including books, movies, databases, digital content, computers, and programs. This 20- hour part-time position includes...
Winter Seasonal Positions – Monarch Mountain
Various winter seasonal positions available including: Food and Beverage, Mountain Operations, Ski Patrol, Retail, Tickets, Reservations, Rentals, and Ski Instruction. You can view and apply to all available positions on our website. Monarch Ski Pass and other...
8-25-2021 Weekly Announcements
The Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is seeking a Startup Community Director
The Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is seeking a Startup Community Director to lead an exciting new initiative to promote entrepreneurial growth in Chaffee County as a strategy for economic recovery, resilience to future disruptions, the creation...
8-18-2021 Weekly Announcements
Retail Sales Associate, LOAF N JUG
Job Description Prioritize customer service through prompt and courteous service, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate needs of the customer.Invite customers into the store and ask that they return again at a later date.Maintain compliance through annual...
Pharmacy Technician
PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO LUCAS.SMITH@BVDRUG.NET This position is accountable for producing the following result: To provide support to the pharmacist and provide courteous expeditious service to our prescription customers. This includes but is not limited to: calling...
Pharmacy Assistant/Cashier
PLEASE EMAIL A RESUME TO LUCAS.SMITH@BVDRUG.NET Located in Buena Vista, Colorado this position offers a great way to get involved in a rural mountain town, help improve the health of our community, and live in one of the best areas to experience and take in the...
8-11-2021 Weekly Announcements
Medical Assistant (Valley-Wide Buena Vista Clinic)
Job Title: Medical Assistant Department: Nursing Location: Buena Vista (1 vacancy) Position Type: Full-Time Pay Range: Hourly – Min: $15.00 – Max: $18.21 (based on qualifications and experience) (plus an additional $2.50 per hour through December, 2021). Benefits: •...
Case Manager (Valley-Wide Buena Vista Clinic)
Job Title: Case Manager Department: Enabling Services Location: Valley-Wide Canon City (1 vacancy) Location: Valley-Wide Buena Vista (1 vacancy) Position Type: Full-Time (2 positions) Pay Unit: Hourly Pay Range: Hourly – Min: $16.00 – Max: $19.00 (based on...
Dental Assistant (Valley-Wide Buena Vista Dental Clinic)
Job Title: Dental Assistant/s Department: Dental Location/s: Valley-Wide Buena Vista Position Type: Full-Time (2 vacancies) Pay Range: Hourly – (No Experience) Min: $15.00 – Max: $18.21 (plus an additional $2.50 per hour through December, 2021). (based...
Mountain River Credit Union is Hiring!!
Mountain River Credit Union is looking for a Member Service Representative for our Salida office. You must want to provide excellent service to our members by performing transactions and assisting with other service needs as requested. Cash handling and clerical...
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CLIMAX MINE Entry-level Trainee and Laborer roles
Now hiring entry-level and laborer roles - no experience required. We'll train you, and you'll work at a mining company with a rich past and bright future that leverages agile ways of working and new technology. Apply online today at moly.jobs Source Code: CM21
Buena Vista Veterinary Clinic is hiring!
We are still seeking that awesome person! We will train. No experience necessary. Veterinary Lab Assistant to join our skilled Veterinary Assistant team. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic team and expand your knowledge while working in a...
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Construction Supervisor (Full-time/Year-round)
This position includes responsibilities for construction coordination/supervision. The position involves an extensive amount of hands-on activities at the build site; estimated at 80% working alongside others on the build site/supervising the building process and 20%...
6-16-2021 Weekly Announcements
COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO Universal Banker I and Personal Banker I
We are looking for highly motivated, friendly and outgoing people looking for a career in banking. Banking experience not necessary, Cash handling, Customer Service and/or Sales Experience a plus. Come join our team!For more information contact...
6-09-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: NAMI Chaffee County
Member Spotlight of the Week: NAMI Chaffee County NAMI Chaffee County is an organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Together, they advocate for better lives for those individuals who have a mental illness....
6-02-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: The Cardinal’s Nest
Member Spotlight of the Week: The Cardinal's Nest The Cardinal’s Nest is an amazing 4 bedroom, 4 bath mountain home in the Mesa Antero neighborhood that sits on 5.5 treed acres, near national forest land with miles of trails. With beautiful views, this mountain home...
Chaffee’s Got Heart Community Spotlights
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. From innovating ways to thrive despite trying circumstances to showering struggling...
5-26-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: Ann~Marie Vintage Dish Rental
Member Spotlight of the Week: Ann~Marie Vintage Dish Rental Ann~Marie Vintage will help make your special day a unique experience. They have a collection of beautiful mismatched vintage dishes, colored goblets, flatware, teacups, tabletop decor and more! Depending...
5-19-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: Swift River Ice Cream, T-Shirts, and Colorado Gifts
Member Spotlight of the Week: Swift River Ice Cream, T-Shirts, & Colorado Gifts Swift River Ice Cream, T-Shirts & Colorado Gifts is the perfect place to find that really cool gift made right here in Colorado. Family & friends will find Buena Vista and...
5-12-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: Secure Health Partners
Member Spotlight of the Week: Secure Health Partners Secure Health Partners helps companies, schools, and government enjoy a safe and healthy work environment. They do this by providing drug and alcohol screening, background screening, and DNA paternity testing. If...
5-05-2021 Weekly Announcements
BV Chamber Member Benefit of the Month: Membership Directory
MARCH'S MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT OF THE MONTH Keep your Membership Directory Up-To-Date! If you are currently a member of the Chamber or become a member of the Chamber, your business will be listed on our website under the Membership Directory. It is simple to get set up...
4-28-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: Feature Your Business Here!
If you are business member and would like a member spotlight, please fill out this short survey and someone will be in touch with you to get it scheduled shortly! This is for first time Member Spotlight recipients only. Visit our website to see all of our Member...
Moderna COVID Vaccine Available at BV Drug & Salida Pharmacy & Fountain
Buena Vista Drug and Salida Pharmacy & Fountain will have Moderna COVID vaccine available from 4/28-4/30 for first doses. Just like public health there will never be any charge directly to the patient for the vaccine no matter what their insurance situation is. ...
4-21-2021 Weekly Announcements
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Member Spotlight of the Week: Rotary Club of Buena Vista
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4-7-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: BV Hope
Member Spotlight of the Week: BV Hope BV HOPE is a nonprofit organization with a vision to eliminate human trafficking within Central Colorado through education and supporting survivors. Please join them in the fight against Human Trafficking. They welcome all forms...
3-31-2021 Weekly Announcements
Member Spotlight of the Week: Chaffee County Fire Protection District
Member Spotlight of the Week: Chaffee County Fire Protection District For this week's Member Spotlight we spoke with Steve Jones about how being on the team gives him a chance to give back to the community as well as the opportunity to grow as a person and as a...