Lawrence’s Drone Show Replaces Fireworks | Lawrence News

Lawrence turned up the tech—and turned down the noise—this Fourth of July with a dazzling 400-drone light show, replacing fireworks to honor nearby veterans and animal lovers. The celebration at the Douglas County Fairgrounds packed in live music, kid zones, magicians, and food, proving tradition can evolve. While the drone debut faced delays since 2024, this year’s show ran smoothly at 10:15 PM. Meanwhile, city and county budgets loom, with potential tax hikes on the horizon—making this July 4th not just a spectacle in the sky, but a moment of civic reckoning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/87bd3c4da5e19671