The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of North Florida (CFF) has hired Jim McCarthy as executive director for the organization. McCarthy has more than 30 years of experience in management, business development, fundraising, public relations and government affairs. As executive director, he will lead the organization’s efforts devoted to controlling and curing cystic fibrosis (CF) through fundraising and awareness in North Florida.

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The JAX Chamber and Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to form a strategic alliance that will help develop and enhance economic development opportunities while strengthening economic partnerships between the two regions.

As part of …

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The JAX Chamber and JAXUSA Partnership are going “all in” for the 4th annual Jaguars Kickoff luncheon. The luncheon is scheduled Wednesday, Aug. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Guests include Jaguars Owner Shad Khan, Coach Mike Mularkey, the Jacksonville Jaguars football team and coaching staff, the ROAR cheerleaders and Jaxson DeVille. The luncheon provides a preview of the 2012 football season and celebrates the Jaguars’ economic impact on the region.

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Today is primary election day! Many Northeast Florida citizens are heading to the polls to vote in the summer 2012 primary election. Candidates are vying for seats in the Florida Senate, Florida House of Representative and other local races including school board.

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Downtown Jacksonville’s premier dining event, Eat Up Downtown, begins Monday. For two weeks, local Downtown eateries will dish out delicious cuisine at special prices. New this year is tiered pricing, with participating restaurants offering three-course meals at one of three price points: $15, $25 or $35.

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Prudential Network Realty recently completed its annual Backpack Challenge, collecting a record number of backpacks filled to the brim with school supplies for local children. The company’s team of real estate professionals collected more than 370 backpacks filled with school supplies during this year’s campaign.

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Beachside homes are available for immediate move-in at the condominium community of Ocean’s Edge, located one block from the Atlantic Ocean and east of Florida A1A in South Jacksonville Beach. The popular community is entering its final phase and has only 19 one-, two- and three-bedroom homes available. Currently priced from $161,000, a price increase is anticipated in August.

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A new single-family model home is nearly complete at Old San Jose on the River, the riverfront community on San Jose Boulevard near Jacksonville’s historic San Marco neighborhood. The new model home will be designer-decorated by Barbara Ondo Design Group and showcase the Avondale floor plan. Featuring a French Country exterior elevation, the model will highlight several pre-construction options including a dining room, additional bedroom and bonus room. The model is anticipated for completion by mid-August.

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THE PLAYERS Championship is organizing a back to school clothing and supply drive in support of the first annual ‘Tools4Schools’ Resource Day benefiting students and families in St. Johns County.

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The new school year is approaching, and the JAX Chamber is encouraging businesses to remind employees about the importance of the first day of school and provide greater flexibility for employees during the first two weeks. New bus routes and preparations for school create a busy environment for families. Employers can assist with the transition by reinforcing the importance of day one, reminding employees to plan schedules ahead of time, and when appropriate, offering flexible work schedules.

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