Velocity News August 24th -

2026 Heroes of Vista Gala – Call for Nominations!

It’s time to celebrate our local businesses! Nominate your favorite businesses in the following categories:

Businessperson of the Year
Small Business of the Year
Large Business of the Year
New Business of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year

Winners will be announced at the Heroes of Vista Gala on November 6. Learn more and nominate your favorite business using the link below.

Nominations close this Friday, August 28 at 5:00pm. LEARN MORE

Vista Magazine – Fall Issue Out Now!

Discover the latest edition of Vista Magazine, your source for local business news, community stories, and updates from across Vista.

This summer issue features inspiring stories from local businesses and organizations, including Prohibition Brewing Company, Redback Boots, Mikko Sushi, Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, Vista Education Foundation and much more!

Be sure to explore our local business directory to connect with Vista businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.

Printed copies will be available in our office later this week. Read Now

Revista Vista – Edición de Otoño

Mantente conectado con Vista este verano a través de la última edición de Revista Vista, que incluye noticias locales de negocios, historias comunitarias y actualizaciones de toda la ciudad.

En el interior, encontrarás historias sobre Prohibition Brewing Company, Redback Boots, Mikko Sushi, Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, Vista Education Foundation y mucho más!

Además, nuestro directorio local de negocios te ayuda a descubrir negocios, organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro y grupos comunitarios en toda la comunidad.

Copias físicas estarán disponibles en nuestra oficina esta semana. Lea Ahora

Wear Your Vista! – Official Merch

We’re so excited to share this fresh line of tees, hats, totes, and more — all designed to celebrate the place we love and the community that makes Vista shine.

Whether you’re repping your hometown pride or hunting for the perfect local gift, this collection is made for you. Shop online and show off those Vista vibes!

Shipping now available! SHOP NOW

We Want to Hear From You!

It’s extremely important for us to hear from our members and from the community on what we’re doing right. Please take a minute to leave us a review here.

Business Bites – August 26

Enjoy their delicious food while you catch up with other professionals in the community and make new connections.

When: Wednesday, August 26 | 12:00 – 1:00pm

Where: Frida’s Taqueria | 1250 S Santa Fe Ave. Register now here.

Workforce/Education Committee Meeting – August 26

This month we’ll hear from Kristin Childs, Speech-Language Pathologist at Monte Vista Elementary, about illiteracy in the United States and the Vista Reading Pals volunteer program.

When: Wednesday, August 26 | 4:00 – 5:00pm

Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave. Register now here.

Bluebird Canyon Ranch

Friday, August 28 at 2:00pm

1219 Bluebird Canyon Trail, RSVP

Join us to celebrate Bluebird Canyon Ranch to celebrate their business expansion to private and corporate events with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

Secretsos™ Small Business Grant -The Secretsos™ Small Business Grant offers $2,500 quarterly to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate growth. Designed for business owners who are often overlooked by traditional funding sources, the grant provides accessible support whether you’re just starting out or preparing for major developments. Learn more and apply here. Deadline: September 30

Dia de los Muertos Call for Artists -Artists are invited to be part of the exhibition and submit work that celebrates culture, community, and memories. The deadline to submit the online application and submit photos of your artwork is Thursday, September 17 by 5 p.m. Artists will be notified of their status by Monday, September 28.

There is no limit on the number of pieces each artist can submit in a single proposal, but please note City staff retain the right to select what pieces will be displayed.

Contact vistapublicart@vista.gov with any questions or to request a PDF application. Learn more here.

Content & Clicks: Analytics -Are your marketing efforts actually working? Join Jeff Fox from Star Fox Media on the next Content & Clicks workshop as we break down analytics and show you how to turn your numbers into smarter marketing decisions. Free and open to the public! Bring a friend, coworker, or team member with you.

When: Thursday, August 27 | 12:00 – 1:00pm

Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.