BROWNFIELD – After 41 years of teaching, Eddie Nicholson, affectionately known as Mr. Nic, retired from the Brownfield Independent School District (BISD) at the end of the school year. Unfortunately, his retirement during the COVID-19 pandemic did not allow him to receive a proper send-off, but members from the community decided to surprise him with a drive-by send-off Saturday morning. The event, organized by BISD member Cat Gonzales with the help of the police and fire departments, included an escorted parade of cars driving in front of Mr. Nic’s home. Those who participated met a Coleman Park at 10 a.m. where they ...