The former Bud Porch Center has held multiple entities throughout the years from ARISE Transportation to Alexander City’s Nutrition Center. Now, its latest transformation is a restaurant and brewery. 

Lake Martin Brewing owner Ed Durrett said this business was started because he saw a need in the community. As an owner of Mistletoe Bough Bed and Breakfast, Durrett said he hears from guests what Alexander City lacks.

Abigail Murphy is a multimedia reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. To contact Abigail Murphy, email abigail.murphy@alexcityoutlook.com.