The very first First Responder Award was given Monday morning to Miranda Hicks. The presentation was made by County Judge Dr. Paul Lilly to Hicks during a meeting of Brown County Commissioners. In June, Judge Lilly announced a new program to recognize First Responders in Brown County for going above and beyond to serve the citizens of Brown County. This is a way to say a special “Thank You” for service. North Lake Community Church also presented a $100 gift card from United Supermarkets to Hicks – who was nominated twice for the honor. Co-workers describe Hicks as a veteran of more than five years, supervisor for about a year, having gone through paramedic school at TSTC Brownwood. “A hard worker who works extra shifts if needed, cares deeply for her patients and consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty” are just a few of the comments made in the nomination.