The town was officially founded in 1885. Brewton serves as the Escambia County seat in the Alabama legislature. READ NEXT: More Your Hometown stories from WKRG News 5 With small-town charm ...

“You have to pass by it if you come to downtown Brewton.” It is located near the intersection of U.S. Highway 31 and Alabama Highways 29/41. A historical marker at the site says: “The Ritz ...

Everyone knows that small Southern towns are breeding ... more good news about Alabama? Sign up for the This is Alabama newsletter here. Speaking of characters, some of Brewton’s most famous ...

“I hope they see the strong foundation that Brewton has built. I hope they see that we are a town that loves to have a good time.” WKRG News 5 took a tour around town to see all of the painting ...

“It’s amazing what a small town can do and I’m so thankful you know -- that I live in Brewton, Alabama,” said Hillary Herrington, Herrington’s The Florist. With a callout on social media ...