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Who is David Dietz? (WLTX-TV Columbia)

Columbia (WLTX) -- The 25-year-old West Columbia man accused of kidnapping his seven-month-old child was arrested Monday morning, but authorities say David Dietz formerly worked on the other side of the law.

Reality of homelessness a growing reality in Bangor area (Bangor Daily News)

I was driving my daughter to school recently when she noticed a man standing on a street corner in Bangor. He was wearing several layers of clothing, some of which appeared tattered and old. He carried two large bags over his shoulders and was braving the cold December rain.

Center provides shelter, basics so homeless can find footing (The Arizona Republic)

Vista Colina Emergency Family Shelter in Phoenix is often the first stop for Valley families who suddenly find themselves put out on the streets.

James LeFanu: Doctor's Diary (Daily Telegraph)

"The atmosphere of Christmas draws out ghosts - as the dampness of the summer rains brings out frogs and snails" remarked the writer Jerome K Jerome.

Clock ticks for holiday donations to area charities (The Gainesville Sun)

Donations of holiday-type food have been arriving pretty steadily these past couple of weeks at St. Francis House, the homeless shelter on S. Main Street.But as the community enters the Christmas week, with many people heading out of town to celebrate with family, that scenario could change.