The Jacksonville-area chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) recognized Flagler College Media Specialist Elizabeth Daube and student Bailey Latham at the organization’s 2009 Image Awards according to an announcement received by Historic City News this morning.

Flagler College reported to Historic City News that students Kincaid Schmidt and Katherine Wrisley have received scholarships from Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most widely known academic honor society.

The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted this morning to recognize Solomon Calhoun by naming the new West Augustine Community Center in his honor.

From the records of Cheryl Strickland St. Johns County Clerk of Court

St. Johns County Habitat Conservation Coordinator Tara Dodson reported to Historic City News that the first leatherback turtle nests have been spotted and she is asking for beach drivers to limit their driving at night and early morning hours.

Historic City News has been informed that the St. Johns County Utility Department is celebrating Water Conservation Month with special water conservation tips and information on a Conservation Page of the their website.

Robin E. Moore, Historic Resources Coordinator for the St. Johns County Environmental Division, reported to Historic City News that the Hastings Potato Growers Association Building is to be auctioned off next week.

Historic City News has learned that there is a newly formed advisory council which pledges to help The Children’s Museum of St. Johns move forward towards its goals.