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Main Street Fountain Inn continues to grow, and we're thrilled to welcome two exciting new businesses to our community! These additions bring even more reasons to visit, shop local, and experience everything Main Street has to offer. Benny's Sip & Scoop A familiar favorite is getting a fresh new look! Formerly Steam Coffee & Cream, Benny's Sip & Scoop is opening under new ownership and will continue serving handcrafted coffee while adding delicious Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream

The Fountain Inn Police Department presented a check for $24,198.97 to Friends of the Little White House during the Fountain Inn City Council meeting on July 9, 2026. The donation represents proceeds from the department's seventh annual Superhero 5K for Autism, held on April 18. Since its inaugural event in 2019, the Superhero 5K has become a meaningful community tradition that brings together participants of all ages and abilities to promote autism awareness, celebrate inclu

Pictured left to right: Jenny Boulware, Main Street South Carolina Manager, Amanda Benfield, City of Fountain Inn Director of Community Relations, Clare Jones, Main Street Fountain Inn Coordinator, & Jonathan Irick, Staff Associate for Main Street SC Municipal Association of South Carolina Main Street Fountain Inn has once again been designated as a 2026 Affiliate Main Street America program, a national recognition that highlights the City’s continued commitment to downtown r

Main Street Fountain Inn is excited to welcome Clare Jones as our new Main Street Coordinator. Clare officially joined the City of Fountain Inn team on June 1, bringing with her a passion for community, downtown development, and building strong relationships with local businesses and stakeholders. After a thoughtful and extensive search, we are thrilled to have found someone who not only understands the importance of a vibrant downtown but also already has strong ties to the

Historic Downtown Fountain Inn will soon welcome a new chapter to its growing downtown community as M. Judson Booksellers prepares to open its second location in the heart of the city in June 2026. Known throughout the Upstate for its thoughtfully curated collection of books, literary events, and strong sense of community, M. Judson Booksellers has become a beloved destination in downtown Greenville since opening in 2015. Founded by author Ashley Warlick and communications pr

Historic Downtown Fountain Inn came alive on April 11, 2026, as thousands gathered to celebrate the 20th Annual Mac Arnold Cornbread & Collard Greens Blues Festival—a milestone year for one of the Upstate’s most beloved music and cultural events. This year’s festival carried special meaning as the South Carolina Entertainment & Music Hall of Fame joined the celebration to honor Hall of Famer Mac Arnold with a special on-stage presentation recognizing both his extraordinary mu

Fountain Inn, SC June 21, 2024—The City of Fountain Inn’s Main Street Grant Program was selected as a recipient of the prestigious Preservation Service Award for their remarkable efforts in preserving their historic downtown. This recognition underscores Fountain Inn’s dedication and commitment to preserving its rich cultural heritage and architectural legacy while supporting local businesses. City Administrator Shawn Bell, Mayor Pro-Tem John Don, and Representative Mark Will