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Focus on Military Readiness Means More Construction Work on Military Bases

April 25, 2018

Written By James W. Norment

The United States military is the most powerful warfighting force in world history. But Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis made a stark observation in…

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The Brews & Bites Festival Returns to New Bern

April 25, 2018

Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Brews & Bites on the River festival this Friday, April 27 in New Bern. We’re proud sponsors for the…

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Sporting Clays Shooting Competition Aims at a Cure for Cancer

April 24, 2018

T.A. Loving Company’s “Shoot for a Cure” is back for another year. We’re thrilled to sponsor the annual event, which is now in its…

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Ward and Smith Sponsors ACC Spring Reception

April 23, 2018

The ACC Spring Reception returns to the North Carolina Museum of Art. And no, this has nothing to with basketball. The Association for Corporate…

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What Could Go Wrong? The Importance of Business Succession Planning

April 20, 2018

Written By Merrill G. Jones, II and Zachary F. Lamb

Most business owners expect that their company will continue to operate after they stop working. However, successfully transitioning control of a business rarely occurs…

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Ward and Smith Sponsors Inaugural “Connect: Beyond the Page” Festival

April 20, 2018

A one-of-a-kind event is happening this weekend in Asheville. The Connect: Beyond Page Festival and Conference is a three-day affair featuring music, storytelling, film, and…