NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY In the General Court of Justice, District Court Division of Cumberland County, North Carolina: Daniel Coats v. Amber Coats, 25CV011536-250; Ms. Coats: Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Complaint for Temporary and Permanent Child Custody and Attorney's Fees. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than 12 May 2026 2026 and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. You may file responsive pleadings with the Johnston County Clerk of Court, 207 East Johnston St., Smithfield, NC 27577. This the 24th day of March, 2026. /s/Mr. Robert L. Schupp, Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 396, Benson, NC 27504 March 25, April 1, 8 2026 LWLM0481492