NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF WAKE Liam Smith, Plaintiff v. Samantha Ann (Cannon) Smith, Defendant File No: 26CV004966-910 The Defendant, Samantha Ann (Cannon) Smith, is hereby notified that a civil action has been commenced against you in the above-entitled action. You are required to answer the Complaint within 40 days from the date of first publication of this notice, exclusive of the date of first publication, or the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. IPL0338456 May 11,18,25 2026