Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation (MAEDC) has announced that MAEDC President Corey Mehaffy is leaving his position effective December 31. He will be taking the job of Northeast Missouri Economic Development Council Executive Director.

Hungry patrons will have a new place to fill their bellies starting tomorrow. The Savory Bakery is opening its doors at 6 a.m. Thursday morning. Located in the old Mac’s building on South Main Street in Fayette, the restaurant will offer breakfast items, soups, teas and coffee.

The Fayette City Council met in regular session at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 4. Parking issues around the square were reviewed and guests discussed D.C. Rogers Lake, ambulance services, health insurance, and a sewer waiver. Other topics included the city website, a public safety tax, and the CID worksession.

A magical season ended with Central Methodist raising the trophy they’ve dreamed of all season. For the first time in the history of Central Methodist University, a team has won a national championship, as the men’s soccer team defeated Missouri Valley in penalty kicks to capture the title on Saturday night.

Santa Claus will take time out of his extremely busy Christmas schedule to hear children’s requests Saturday evening in the Howard County Courthouse.

Friends of the Historic Fayette Memorial Pool welcomed Santa and area visitors to their inaugural “Sparkle in the Park” on Saturday. The historic swimming pool, right, was decked inside and out for Christmas. Santa was available to hear Christmas wishes and his elves served treats. All around the city park area organizations set light displays…