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Reopening Restaurants in Buncombe County after Helene: What We Know Today

Written By Hayley R. Wells

Buncombe County's Environmental Health Supervisor Felissa Vazquez met with local restaurant owners at 12 Bones Brewing on the morning of October 8, 2024, to answer questions and advise them on how to reopen their busi…

Lessons Learned: Wisdom from Professional Licensing Attorneys

Written By Amy G. Fitzhugh and James A. Wilson

Having been in the company of literally thousands of physicians, dentists, psychologists, nurses, and just about every other kind of health professional as they undergo investigations, reviews, and prosecutions of their li…

Devon Williams Interviewed by Law360 on Hurricane Helene’s Impact on the Legal Community

In a recent interview with Law360, Devon Williams, Co-Managing Director of Ward and Smith, shared insights into how Hurricane Helene has affected the firm and the broader legal community in North Carolina. The catastrophi…

October Power Luncheon: A Key Candidate Forum for Pitt County Board of Commissioners

The Greenville-Pitt County Chamber's Power Luncheon, scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, will offer a critical platform for civic engagement.  This event will serve as a Candidate Forum for those running for the…

A Hole-in-One for Business: WBD’s Annual Membership Invitational

On October 17, the picturesque greens of River Landing became the backdrop for the Wilmington Business Development's (WBD) Annual Membership Invitational. This year, the event once again solidified its reputation as the r…

Ward and Smith Welcomes New Additions Across Key Practice Areas

Ward and Smith is excited to announce new talented additions to our team. These promising individuals bring fresh perspectives and skills to enhance our ability to serve our clients. We proudly introduce the following att…