Building Stronger Communities Together
Supporting revitalization, preservation, and community growth in Bellefontaine's downtown.
Events & Opportunities
Workshops, gatherings, and openings that keep Main Street moving in Bellefontaine.
View all- Downtown Bellefontaine Offers New Chance for Local Businesses with Science Discovery Grant
Small businesses and community organizations in Bellefontaine can apply now through October 15 for a grant supporting science and innovation initiatives on Main Street.
- Six Ohio Main Street Communities Receive Hartford Small Business Grants
Six communities across Ohio are set to bolster their local economies through Hartford's Small Business Accelerator Grants, supporting expansion of physical spaces and operational capacity.
- Local Small Business Owners Receive $30,000 Boost with New Enhancement Grants
Twenty-five small businesses in Bellefontaine are receiving grants to help upgrade their storefronts and improve their presence downtown. The funding aims to support local entrepreneurs and bolster community vitality.
- Biddeford Community Mourns and Reflects After ICE Shooting Incident
The fatal shooting of Johan Sebastian Guerrero by an ICE agent in Biddeford has shocked a community rooted in immigrant history, prompting calls for transparency and unity.
- Downtown Bellefontaine Hosts Community Transformation Workshop This Fall
Local residents and small business owners are invited to participate in a hands-on workshop focused on revitalizing downtown Bellefontaine. Registration is now open for this community-led event.
Destination: Main Street
With partners across the district and the national Main Street network, there's something for everyone on Main Street. Explore inspiring places and stories.
Downtown Bellefontaine Pushes for Civic Infrastructure Investment
Downtown Bellefontaine Focuses on Investing in Its People to Revitalize Main Street
Main Spotlight: Bringing Civic Engagement to Main Street
Main Street Spotlight: Bellefontaine Named Semifinalist for 2027 Great American Main Street Awards
Revitalizing Memphis’s Historic Business Districts: A Community-Centered Approach
Main Street Revamp: How Bellefontaine’s Local Leaders Are Earning MSARP Points and Moving Forward
Fireflies and Curiosity Light the Way in Hillsboro’s Downtown Revival
From glowing fireflies to educational initiatives, Hillsboro’s downtown is embracing its community’s curiosity and natural beauty to foster growth and engagement.
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Recent News and Stories
Updates from Downtown Bellefontaine Partnership and partners across Main Street.
Main Street Credential Gets a Fresh Look for 2027
Downtown revitalization efforts take a step forward with the reimagined Main Street America Revitalization Professional Credential, aiming to equip local leaders with new tools and recognition.
Main Street AmericaRestoring a First Lady’s Birthplace Sparks New Life in Wytheville
Wytheville celebrates a major milestone with the unveiling of the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace restoration, honoring her legacy and attracting visitors to southwest Virginia.
Main StreetMain Street Resilience: How Legacy Businesses and Small Producers Are Navigating 2026
A detailed look at how different types of small businesses are recovering and thriving in today’s Main Street economy, with a focus on local resilience and community roots.
Main StreetApplications Open for the 2027 Great American Main Street Awards
Main Street communities across the country are encouraged to apply for the 2027 Great American Main Street Awards, recognizing outstanding downtown revitalization efforts.
Main Street AwardsDowntown Bellefontaine Welcomes New Small Business Hub Initiative
Local entrepreneurs and community leaders are launching a new Small Business Hub to bolster downtown revitalization and support local commerce.
Main Street“Downtown Bellefontaine is where neighbors meet, storefronts shine, and Main Street still feels like home. Investing in this district invests in all of us.”— A Downtown Bellefontaine partnerJoin Us