On June 5, 2024, Muddy River News reported on a material diversion of assets confirmed to have taken place at 2x4s for Hope in an article titled, "Judge calls plea ‘fairly favorable outcome’ as Lawrence agrees to 24 months probation plus $43,232 in restitution." For more information regarding this matter, please see Muddy River News article.
- On May 9, 2024, Muddy River News published an article titled "Lawrence set to enter plea after being charged with stealing from veterans organization." For more information, please see Muddy River News article