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Two men charged with kidnapping & holding woman for ransom, trying to kill her with machete

Jan 14, 2025 | ktvz.com | Aaron Thomas

By Aaron ThomasClick here for updates on this story WAKE COUNTY, North Carolina (WRAL) — A manhunt ended Tuesday and two men were arrested after a woman was brutally attacked, kidnapped, trafficked and almost murdered. Dustin Letchworth, 34, of Zebulon – who was wanted on multiple felony warrants – is now in custody. Another man – Daryl Maurice Holden, 57, of Wendell – has also been arrested in connection with this incident, WRAL News learned Tuesday morning.
Man charged with murder in Lee County double shooting

Dec 7, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Aaron Thomas

A man was charged with murder in the shooting death of a 19-year-old on Friday in Lee County. Around 5:45 p.m., Lee County deputies responded to the 1500 block of Poplar Springs Church Road to look into a reported shooting. Erik Peredes Maravilla, 19, was found shot to death. One other person had been shot and was flown to a nearby trauma center. Stephen Alexander Buruca-Romero was charged with murder. He's being held in the Lee County Jail under no bond.
Optimising Agency Productivity: 6 Opportunities Worth Considering in 2025

Oct 4, 2024 | bima.co.uk | Aaron Thomas

Did you know that workers in the 90th percentile of productivity produce almost 4 times the work of other employees? With high levels of industry competition and tight budgets, that’s not a statistic that agencies should ignore. Productivity is about more than juggling multiple tasks and taking on a long to-do list. Instead, your agency should be focusing on how you can maximise high-quality work while optimising schedules, and creating a calmer, happier, and more efficient environment.
How To Improve Your Creative Agency’s Cash Flow

Sep 26, 2024 | bima.co.uk | Aaron Thomas

Last year, compulsory liquidations increased by 44%, with 1 in every 186 companies entering insolvency. From low revenue to unforeseen expenses, there are a number of reasons a business is forced to close due to its inability to meet debts. At the core of all these problems, though, is cash flow. To build your agency on solid financial foundations and steer clear of the dreaded bankruptcy, it’s crucial you understand the ins and outs of agency cash flow.
How members are building power to win record contracts — UAW Region 6

Aug 30, 2024 | uawregion6.org | Aaron Thomas

A strategy I've been practicing for engaging my coworkers to participate in bargaining has been to actively integrate my coworkers' perspectives and issues during our organizing conversations. Rather than just pitching a solution to their problem immediately, a common question I ask is, "what do you think should be done?" Then, we connect the dots and land on a shared language to build grad and postdoc power at Caltech.
Unlimit Integrates with World App, Plans to Support World Chain to Unlock Fiat-to-Crypto Access Across Key Regions

Aug 2, 2024 | economyport.com | Aaron Thomas

The Worldcoin network will have regional access to fiat-crypto on/off-ramps, powered by Unlimit’s crypto solutionGlobal fintech company Unlimit announced today its integration with Tools for Humanity’s World App and plans to support World Chain, a new blockchain designed to prioritize humans. This integration allows World Chain and World App users in Colombia, Mexico and certain regions in Europe to easily convert between Worldcoin (WLD) and fiat currencies.
Most snake bites ever in NC in first six months, poison control says

Jun 27, 2024 | wect.com | Aaron Thomas

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WRAL) - The North Carolina Poison Control said 2024 will likely be the busiest year for snake bites in North Carolina. There have been 257 snake bites through the first six months of the year, according to the North Carolina Poison Control. A spokesperson with NCPC said North Carolina outpaced its six-month total of 247 snake bites in 2020 and is currently on pace to exceed the number of snake bites from that year, 733.
Bisnow Multifamily Annual Conference Midwest

Apr 11, 2024 | bisnow.com | Aaron Thomas

Why You Won't Want To Miss This CRE Deal-Making Conference: What You’ll Learn From Midwest CRE Leaders At This Event:• None What key developments, investments and transactions are defining Chicago’s multifamily space? What’s setting the standard, and the stage, for 2024? • None How will Chicago’s multifamily market fare against construction and development operations? How are this, and other broader economic issues impacting the region? • None in rent growth.
6 Steps to Improving PPC Performance for Brands

Apr 5, 2024 | bima.co.uk | Aaron Thomas

In the attention economy, marketing is everything. So, if you’ve invested a significant amount of your marketing budget into a PPC strategy, but your ads aren’t performing as well as you’d hoped, you’ve come to the right place. Achieving optimal results isn’t just about setting up a campaign and letting it run its course. Small mistakes can tank your whole campaign. Therefore, it’s important to monitor your campaign, identify issues as early as possible, and fix them.
Innovative Marketing Tactics for Engaging Target Customers

Feb 21, 2024 | bima.co.uk | Aaron Thomas

Audience engagement is the goal of brands hoping for online success. It helps establish a reputable online presence, a loyal following, and a healthy, growing business. But how do you achieve it? In this article, we will share some of the best innovative marketing solutions that will increase your audience engagement and build a more connected customer base. Customer engagement is how you create a relationship with your target audience.