Drone show grounded by rain and tech failure at Summerfest
A planned drone light show by Light Year Drones was canceled after heavy rain and a Wi Fi and satellite outage just before launch at around 10 p m. Porter Arneill said the 200 drones were ready but water logged launch sites and a later thunderstorm forced cancellation. The event drew larger crowds than last year, with attendance estimated above 4 000 to 5 000. The city budgets $30 000 for the display and plans a makeup show next year, weather permitting.
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Lawrence man given 21 months for violent battery plea
Major Cornelius Edwards, 45, on parole after a 2022 release, was sentenced to 21 months for aggravated battery after pleading to a reduced charge. The case links to a 2006 voluntary manslaughter conviction and a 2023 arrest for alleged aggravated sexual battery that was pleaded down to a nonsexual charge.
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Charges dropped against two men in Douglas rape case
In Douglas County District Court charges against Dante Lamont Brown and Malachi Samuel Thomas were dismissed with prejudice after prosecutors could not locate the alleged victim to testify. The alleged assaults occurred across several days in March 2023 while the woman was intoxicated.
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Wildlife events and city concerts fill Lawrence week
Special to the Journal-World highlights a busy Lawrence week with a wildlife expedition at Baker Wetlands, a City Band concert at downtown Lawrence Farmers Market, and several community events. Activities include Garden Community Work Day at Little Prairie Donation Garden, Independence Day festivities in Baldwin City, Nighttime Expedition at Prairie Park, and more with public participation and online enrollments where noted.
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