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Beloved Waitress Faces Immigration Challenge with Courage

5/29/2025

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Carol, a beloved waitress at John’s Waffle and Pancake House in Kennett, Missouri, found herself in a precarious situation when federal immigration officials called her in on April 30. With deep roots in her community and a strong work ethic, Carol, originally Ming Li Hui from Hong Kong, bravely decided to face the challenge head-on, despite her partner's worries.

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Carol, a beloved waitress at John’s Waffle and Pancake House in Kennett, Missouri, found herself in a precarious situation when federal immigration officials called her in on April 30. With deep roots in her community and a strong work ethic, Carol, originally Ming Li Hui from Hong Kong, bravely decided to face the challenge head-on, despite her partner's worries.