1 year after antisemitic messages were displayed in Jacksonville, local Jewish leaders focus on informing community
Sunday marks one year since antisemitic rhetoric was projected across EverBank Stadium during last yearโs Georgia-Florida game.
Florida turns to Steve Spurrier for advice before playing No. 1 Georgia in the โCocktail Partyโ
When Florida coach Billy Napier started looking for someone to motivate his team before facing two-time defending national champion and top-ranked Georgia, he turned to the Head Ball Coach.
20 people arrested in Camden County for DUI over Georgia-Florida weekend, authorities say
Twenty people were arrested in Camden County on charges of driving under the influence in this past weekend, according to authorities, who said most were either coming from the Georgia-Florida game in Jacksonville โ or from parties where they were watching the game on TV.
Councilman on antisemitic messages: โAn egregious actโ & โdoesnโt reflect who Jacksonville isโ
Antisemitic messages were spread across Jacksonville over the weekend โ and even projected on the back side of a videoboard at TIAA Bank Field.
Businesses reap economic gains from Georgia-Florida festivities, game
Tens of thousands of Florida Gator and Georgia Bulldog fans from near and far filled the stands of the TIAA Bank Field Saturday afternoon to watch this yearโs much anticipated Georgia-Florida matchup, resulting in a major boost for the Jacksonville economy.
No. 1 Georgia pulls away late, wins โCocktail Partyโ 42-20
Daijun Edwards and Kenny McIntosh ran for two touchdowns each, and No_ 1 Georgia pulled away from Florida following a second-half scare to win 42-20 in the rivalry dubbed โthe Worldโs Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.โ.
No. 1 Georgia pulls away late, wins 'Cocktail Party' 42-20
Daijun Edwards and Kenny McIntosh ran for two touchdowns each, and No_ 1 Georgia pulled away from Florida following a second-half scare to win 42-20 in the rivalry dubbed โthe Worldโs Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.โ.
Shad Khanโs purchase of Fairgrounds has Georgia-Florida tailgaters questioning future
A big part of the Georgia-Florida rivalry game is the tailgating and fan experience beforehand. You donโt earn the โWorldโs Largest Outdoor Cocktail Partyโ moniker without having a good time.
Cloudy gameday with scattered showers
Itโs a cloudy start to the weekend and the clouds will remain in place throughout the day. Scattered showers will also stream in from the Atlantic, and the showers will likely impact the Georgia-Florida game. Highs for gameday will be in the low 70s with windy conditions.
Gray skies greet visitors to the Georgia-Florida matchup
We will see periods of light rain last into the early evening with cloudy skies and breezy conditions. Today is a primer for what we can expect Saturday during the Georgia-Florida game.
Coast Guard members urge Georgia, Florida fans tailgating by boat to stay safe
So many people going to the Georgia-Florida game tailgate by boat. Coast Guard members say they want people to have fun, but theyโre urging them to stay safe
Georgia-Florida arrives: What to know about Saturdayโs SEC showdown
The Georgia-Florida football game arrives in Jacksonville this week. From parking and safety, the history and what's at stake, hereโs what you should know about the game.
Safety a priority for Georgia-Florida game, but fans asked to not let their guard down
While there will be heavy police presence around TIAA Bank Field and inside RV city now through Saturday night for the Georgia-Florida game, officials are encouraging those attending the game and tailgating parties to not let their guard down when they venture away.
Parking, traffic & safety: Georgia-Florida details released ahead of Saturdayโs game
The City of Jacksonville held a news conference on Tuesday ahead of the Georgia-Florida game at TIAA Bank Field on Saturday.
Kirby Smart complains about Jacksonville location of Florida-Georgia game โ again
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has been grumbling about the Florida-Georgia game being held in Jacksonville for years, and during Southeastern Conference Media Days this week, he renewed his calls for the annual rivalry game to be played on the universitiesโ campuses instead.
Florida, Georgia to face off in fall game at Jacksonvilleโs 121 Financial Ballpark
The Gators and the Bulldogs will face off in an exhibition baseball game at 121 Financial Ballpark in Jacksonville ahead of the annual Florida-Georgia football game.
Jacksonville police ready to keep fans, peaceful protesters safe this weekend
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ Itโs going to be a busy weekend in Jacksonville for those hoping to enjoy some fun sporting events downtown and for those with a more serious agenda. A peaceful rally is planned for 3 p.m. Saturday at City Hall -- just 30 minutes before kickoff of the annual Georgia-Florida game at TIAA Bank Field. The Jacksonville Sheriffโs Office is preparing for the events to keep everyone safe, and police are also monitoring any potential unrest surrounding the election results. pic.twitter.com/PN76rsfxRn โ NAACP (@NAACP) November 6, 2020Jefferson said people should be hesitant to believe things, especially in a random text message, but they should also be aware. Those coming for any of the sporting events this weekend are encouraged to still come early, despite smaller crowds due to COVID-19 and stadium capacity limits.
SEC East champion likely to be decided in โCocktail Partyโ
The "World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Partyโ is one step shy of serving as the SEC East Division title game, with the winner gaining a chokehold on a spot in the league championship game in Atlanta next month. The Gators are averaging 42 points a game thanks to quarterback Kyle Trask, dynamic receiver Kadarius Toney and matchup nightmare tight end Kyle Pitts. The Bulldogs are giving up 16.2 points a game and has been downright dominant in every game outside a 41-24 loss to No. Georgia: QB Stetson Bennett has been far from perfect in the last two games, throwing a combined five interceptions against Alabama and Kentucky. โฆ The Bulldogs are the home team, which means they only got four at Sanford Stadium when the SEC went to a 10-game, league-only schedule.
Fans, businesses gearing up for scaled back Georgia-Florida festivities
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ Fans started to arrive in the River City ahead of the Florida Georgia game on Saturday. There will be no RV City, no Bold City Bash and no tailgating at city-owned or managed parking lots. Several fans who usually camp in RV City parked in a nearby private lot this year. Bell says fans who reserve tailgating spots are welcome to enjoy the day in a healthy, safe environment. "Usually weโre in RV City even though we have a great spot this year.
Grab a coat: Saturdayโs Georgia-Florida game might be damp
If you are headed to the popular Georgia-Florida game this year, you may need it. Whether youโre cheering for the Dawgs or the Gators, weโre all rooting against onshore winds that will develop as we head into the weekend. Tailgating has been a long-standing tradition for the annual Georgia-Florida football game, but due to the current pandemic, tailgating will not be permitted in stadium parking lots. Only game ticket holders will be permitted in these parking lots, and the new tailgating policy will be observed and regulated. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. and we will be in the low 80s with the same easterly winds in the brisk zone.
Same teams, different feel: What you need to know for Georgia-Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ While the Georgia-Florida game is still a go, it is going to look and feel very different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, there will be no tailgating in city-owned and city-managed parking lots. But local business owners and private lots around the stadium are gearing up for tailgaters. River City Railway on East Adams Street is a private railcar tailgating area and some fans could already be seen there Thursday morning. The CEO of the company that manages the River City Railway said theyโre already sold out for the big game.
3 weeks out, details scarce for Georgia-Florida game
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ The annual Georgia-Florida game is just 22 days from now, and with COVID-19, this year will be the quietest in history. As of now, Jacksonvilleโs most attended game will have about 20% to 25% capacity, much like Jaguars games. Gators and Bulldogs will each get about half the tickets to sell, with some going to sponsors and the city. There will be no RV City, no Bold City Bash, no concerts before the game, and tailgating in public lots is discouraged, according to city leaders. Three weeks before kickoff, leaders from the city and both schools are still finalizing plans and have not released many more details about gameday operations.
Georgia-Florida game pushed back a week in new SEC schedule
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The Georgia-Florida game, originally scheduled for Oct. 31 in Jacksonville will instead be played the following week, Nov. 7, still in Jacksonville. The Gators go to Missouri on Oct. 24 before a bye week over Halloween, the original date for the Georgia-Florida game. After the game in Jacksonville, the Gators host Arkansas on Nov. 14 before hosting Kentucky the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 28. The final game of the regulars season will be played the former date of the SEC title games, Dec. 5. The Gators have a road game at Kentucky on Oc.