By DJ BUTCH

Hello from Sopchoppy!
Well, the Historic Sopchoppy School workshop went well, I think. I was impressed with some of the speakers. I think most people understand how important that history is. Most of the locals do. I hope our city commissioners understand how important it is. Some are worried about the maintenance and restoration needed. I think it could be maintained much less than the quoted number.
Most of us do not want a subdivision on historic property. It could be so many great things in our community. I called the National Registry of Historic places and they informed me there are grants available for restoration and maintenance. Grants up to a million dollars. So much potential for that property. But regardless it is a shame if you don’t see how important our history is. Most of the people that don’t understand didn’t experience the school. One hundred years of history on that property. I really hope they make the right decision.
On a brighter note the weather warmed up. Thank God. I’m tired of this cold weather. I’m ready for some warm weather. It has been pretty nice lately. I’m ready to go fishing. It has been too cold to go. Well, too cold for me at least. The past few days have been absolutely beautiful. The birds are out. The squirrels are in the yard. I even saw a turtle in the pond. The weather has been fantastic lately. Get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 12th! The worm grunting festival is coming…. You already know we get excited about this festival. It brings a lot of smiles to Sopchoppy. This is an amazing event that you don’t want to miss. Vendors, food, fun, music and Worm Grunting! I will be hosting the worm gruntin’ contest again this year. I’m super excited and love this event!
Battleball 16 was Saturday and it is absolutely amazing! I love Battle14 so much! I was the DJ for BATTLEBALL and this really young kid came up to me. He shook my hand and said “Keep doing what you’re doing.” He was so polite and well mannered. It really touched my heart! I am really blessed to be a part of Battle14! They really help a lot of people in our community. Thank you to everyone that helps make this happen. We need more people like y’all. If you’re looking for the right nonprofit to donate to, this is the one. This Christian-based nonprofit makes a difference in our community. Helps people in our community. Spreads God’s word to people that might not step in a church. These sports events bring a lot of people out and they hear prayer, Christian music and are surrounded by loving and great people. Please consider sponsoring Battle14. They are really making a difference in our youth and in our community! Battle14 stands for Believe – Accept – Testify – Together -Love – Encourage.
Thank you Battle14 for all you do.
Sending everyone Love from the small town of Sopchoppy!