SUMMARY: WXXV and the Huntington Learning Center honored Rachel Brousard, a second-grade teacher at Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary, as the Teacher of the Month. With 32 years of teaching experience, Brousard began her career as a special education assistant before obtaining her degrees in both special and regular education. She cherishes the moments when her students grasp new concepts, describing the joy of witnessing their excitement and love for learning. A former student, Emray, praised Brousard for engaging lessons, like creating fossil prints, and affirmed her deserving of the award, highlighting her kindness and impact on students.

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SUMMARY: College baseball and softball seasons are nearing, with local junior colleges starting their campaigns. The Mississippi Gulf Coast Bulldogs baseball team, under new head coach Zach Allen, has begun strong with a 2-0 record following a double-header sweep. The team features local talents like Kaden Irving and Jacob Palazo, fostering a close-knit dynamic. Meanwhile, softball coach David Cuan, now in his fourth year, highlights a young but versatile team with strong sophomore leadership from Aaliyah Bo and Savannah Willbanks. The softball team kicked off their season with a double-header against Reed State.

The baseball and softball diamonds are heating up at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

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SUMMARY: ICE raids continue nationwide, impacting undocumented migrants, especially in the Gulf Coast. Local immigration lawyer Natalia Porsche reports an uptick in calls from clients and relatives concerned about family members who are legally seeking asylum. Many targeted are domestic violence survivors who have lived in the U.S. for years. Porsche emphasizes that children brought to the U.S. by parents are not at fault and face unnecessary risks. She warns green card holders to remain cautious, as any issue could lead to removal, and advises obtaining citizenship as soon as possible to enhance protections.

ICE raids are continuing across the country, and the effects are being felt here on the Gulf Coast.

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