13 Cares
Channel 13's Erin Kiernan shares stories meant to inspire. They showcase people and organizations in Central Iowa making a positive impact. The people in these stories are sharing their compassion, talent, experience and time to make the world a better place.
Keep watching for more special reports and you'll see what we mean by "See the Difference" on Channel 13 News.
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13 CARES: Couple working to bring literacy to impoverished Honduran community
A Midwestern man and his Honduran wife are working to change the future of some of the world's poorest children. more
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13 CARES: A metro dance studio is offering one group of students a freeing opportunity Video
At a metro studio dance is many things to many people, and for one group -- dancing means fun, and freedom. "I feel excited and happy," says Maddie Miller, "I'm just glad to be here." more
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13 CARES: A near-death experience leads a West Des Moines teen on a mission to save others Video
In the spring soccer season is in full swing, but the last game of the season between rivals Valley and Dowling came to an abrupt halt last May. more
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13 CARES: A unique church congregation, in a surprising place, is making a difference in women's lives Video
There are many different types of religious services, and people attend them for a variety of reasons. One church congregation in central Iowa is changing lives and entire communities in a surprising setting. more
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13 CARES: A local organization is trying to help make immigrant's businesses a success Video
It can be hard starting your own business and being self-employed, but imagine if you weren't from this country and didn't know the language or the laws! A metro organization is working to help immigrants make their mark in Iowa, and it is this week's "13 Cares" segment. more
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13 CARES: One man's experience in receiving a kidney prompts him to start a foundation to promote organ donation Video
On the evening of November 20th, 2006 bright, funny, beautiful Erika Schwager walked out the door and never came home. A crash with a fire truck silenced the teenager's laughter. more
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13 CARES: A special group helps gives some mended little hearts a normal Halloween Video
The costumes at a local Halloween party run the gamut, but the knight, the monkey and the rabbit all have something in common, and it isn't a love of sweets. It's life threatening heart conditions. "He had his first surgery when he was nine months old," Alicia Hall says of her son, Joey. Before... more
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13 CARES: A family's dedication to children with special needs spans several generations Video
Many people spend their golden years relaxing, traveling and spending time with loved ones. LuVern Shiffler has done all of that, but so much more. "Children have been a joy to me," she explains. more
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FIGHTING BACK: A family hopes their story of battling mental illness will encourage others to seek help Video
Matt Connolly was the type of child every parent dreams of having. "My dad thought he was going to be President of the United States someday," says his mom Angela. "That's how special he was!" Matt was good in school, played sports and was student body president. But after he started college,... more
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