Awards & Recognitions

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

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