"Tybee Island Implements Measures to Control Orange Crush Gathering Chaos"

Tybee Island, Georgia, is preparing for the annual Orange Crush beach party, which has historically drawn large crowds of Black college students and led to chaos and safety concerns. The city is implementing roadblocks, extra police presence, and parking closures in an effort to control the event, sparking criticism of racial bias. While officials claim the measures are for public safety, critics argue that the crackdown unfairly targets Black visitors and perpetuates racial tensions. The event's organizers deny promoting unpermitted activities, and the community remains divided over the handling of the annual gathering.