Official Orange Crush Festival Asserts Legal Rights to Tybee Island 2026 Event, Denounces Infringement
Official Orange Crush Festival Asserts Legal Rights to Tybee Island 2026 Event, Denounces Infringement
Trademark Owner Files Formal Notice with City and Launches Public Campaign to Restore Festival Integrity
Tybee Island, GA – — In a landmark move to restore control and protect one of the most iconic cultural festivals in the Southeast, George Ransom Turner III, a 100% Disabled Veteran and the federally registered trademark owner of Orange Crush Festival®, has formally filed the official 2026 event permit with the City of Tybee Island. His submission is backed by an extensive legal, operational, and community plan designed to reestablish truth, enforce rights, and deliver a safe and legitimate festival experience.
This action launches a national public campaign titled “Own the Name. Respect the Culture.” — a transparency-centered initiative to combat years of misrepresentation, confusion, and unauthorized attempts to hijack the festival’s name and legacy.
“This is not about conflict—it’s about clarity,” Turner said. “I own the trademark. I filed the permit. And I have the full legal and operational authority to lead this festival into the future. Anyone else claiming otherwise is misleading the public.”
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LEGAL OWNERSHIP REASSERTED
At the center of this announcement is irrefutable federal proof: Turner is the exclusive owner of the Orange Crush Festival® trademark, protected under U.S. law across multiple commercial and cultural categories including:
Event organization and entertainment (Class 041)
Brand merchandising and advertising (Class 035)
Cryptocurrency and financial services (Class 036)
Digital platforms and education (Classes 042 & 043)
As such, Turner is the only person legally authorized to:
File permits or operate any festival using the name “Orange Crush Festival®”
Monetize or promote the brand across digital or physical platforms
Enforce unauthorized use with legal consequences
He has filed his 2026 permit with supporting legal documents that include:
USPTO trademark registration certificates
Documentation of infringement and past cease-and-desist letters
Letters of support from Orange Crush University, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit partner
A full event management plan, complete with security, transportation, and sustainability protocols
“I’ve spent years building this legally and ethically,” Turner emphasized. “Now, I’m protecting it with full force.”
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2026 PERMIT PLAN SUBMITTED TO CITY
Turner’s permit application reflects a complete and professional model of event management—far removed from past unpermitted gatherings. The 2026 plan includes:
✅ Key Safety & Infrastructure Upgrades:
Licensed crowd control personnel and beach security zones
Emergency access lanes, EMS tents, and coordinated police/medical communication
City-reviewed traffic flow and shuttle drop-off locations
Beach fencing and zone-based capacity enforcement
♿ ADA Accessibility Enhancements:
ADA-compliant shuttles with loading zones at offsite parking hubs
On-site rest areas, viewing decks, and restrooms for attendees with disabilities
Trained accessibility support volunteers and clear ADA signage throughout
🌍 Green Crush Sustainability Plan:
Composting and recycling stations with monitored vendor waste policy
Student-led Beach Sustainability Corps from Orange Crush University
Post-event eco-recovery teams in partnership with local conservation groups
All components have been designed with direct collaboration from logistics coordinators, public safety officials, and local transportation experts.
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ADDRESSING UNAUTHORIZED USE & INFRINGEMENT
For years, Turner has battled unauthorized organizers, misleading flyers, and media misstatements that have confused students and city officials alike. These actions have included:
Illegally promoted parties falsely marketed as “Orange Crush” events
Fake social media pages and ticket links using the Orange Crush name
Media outlets crediting unverified individuals as festival leaders
In response, Turner has taken strong legal action by issuing:
Cease-and-desist notices to individuals and promoters
DMCA takedown requests to hosting platforms
Trademark complaints to Eventbrite, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
Formal legal notifications to the City of Tybee and surrounding municipalities
“The public deserves to know the truth. Any ‘Orange Crush’ event not organized by me is not only misleading—it’s infringing on federal law.”
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“OWN THE NAME. RESPECT THE CULTURE.” – A Campaign for Truth
To support public understanding and city partnership, Turner has launched a public-facing initiative titled:
Own the Name. Respect the Culture.
This initiative includes:
A Legal & Festival Transparency Portal at
👉 www.OrangeCrushFestival.org/legalVerified team bios, legal documents, and event permits
Festival timeline, application forms, and city meeting FAQs
2026 countdown page with updates, sponsorships, and volunteer opportunities
Turner is also calling on:
Sponsors to invest in the only legally authorized Orange Crush Festival
Universities and student leaders to get involved in festival programming
City leaders and local businesses to partner in ensuring community-wide benefits
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LEADERSHIP & LEGAL TEAM
The Orange Crush 2026 permit is submitted by a legally organized team of professionals:
George Ransom Turner III – Festival Owner & Trademark Holder
Ben Adams – Assistant Organizer
Robert Bellinger – On-Site Logistics Coordinator
Rob Evans – Transportation & Parking Coordinator
Alonzo McKinney – Public Safety & Law Enforcement Liaison
Ladonna Frazier – Finance & Accounting
MJ Gresham – Faculty Engagement
Jayden Tyson – Student Engagement
Attorney Charles F. Schmitt – Legal Counsel
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MEDIA & CITY CONTACT
For all inquiries related to permits, media interviews, legal verification, or city partnership:
George Ransom Turner III
Trademark Owner & Festival Organizer
📧 Email: info@orangecrushfestival.org
🌐 Website: www.OrangeCrushFestival.org
Official Channels:
📱 Instagram: @OrangeCrush.Festival
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ABOUT ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL®
Orange Crush Festival® is a federally registered trademark and cultural platform owned and operated by George Ransom Turner III. What began as a grassroots student event over 30 years ago is now a national movement integrating:
Music & Live Events
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Education through Orange Crush University
Crush Coin™, a DAO-backed blockchain economy
Sustainability, public safety, and economic development initiatives
With its 2026 return to Tybee Island, the festival is redefining what it means to celebrate culture—with lawful leadership, ethical purpose, and community-first execution.
