Every year, the small town of Sopchoppy, Florida comes alive with one of the most unique traditions in the South — the annual Worm Grunting Festival. 🪱 In this story from WFSU Public Media, reporter Jalen Scott takes viewers inside the 24th annual festival where families, visitors, and longtime locals gather to celebrate the unusual art of “worm grunting,” a technique used to bring earthworms to the surface using vibrations in the ground. The festival features live music, local vendors, community activities, and worm grunting competitions for all ages. Participants share why they travel to Sopchoppy each year, while longtime organizer Gary Revell explains the deep connection between worm grunting and the region’s fishing economy and cultural history. What started as a hardworking trade for Wakulla County families has grown into one of Florida’s most fascinating hometown festivals. Subscribe for more local news, culture, and community stories from around the Florida Panhandle. #Wo...