Maggie Fusek Avants is an award-winning copy editor and journalist whose experience in the news business goes back to when she had a paper route in sixth grade. She went on to earn a degree in journalism as well as the title of "Distinguished Journalist of the Year" for the campus newspaper.
Since 2009, she has served as a local news editor for online and print publications. A member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Fusek Avants has been invited back to her alma mater to mentor new journalists.
She is now the Patch editor for Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Healdsburg, Napa Valley, Benicia, Pinole, Hercules, Martinez and Concord.
Fun Fact: She shares a birthday with William Shakespeare
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Drivers should prepare for significant delays or choose an alternate route during closures this weekend in Santa Rosa, Caltrans said.
An update from the city of Concord on nightly roadwork this week on two projects. A third project is taking place during daytime hours.
The benefit bash for the Save Mount Diablo organization features two live bands, a "trashy fashion" show, vendors and more.
The benefit bash for the Save Mount Diablo organization features two live bands, a "trashy fashion" show, vendors and more.
Police described the incidents, which all happened late Saturday and early Sunday in Petaluma.
During the closure, BART is working on a safety initiative to be prepared for winter storms.
Following the survey period, the Local Road Safety Plan will be drafted and made available for public view and comments.
Residents cannot keep firearms in their homes unless they are stored in a locked container or disabled with a trigger lock.
New Zealand mudsnails are cause for concern, as they travel by easily attaching to waders, boots, clothing, shoelaces, watercraft and gear.
Dozens of district attorneys and deputy district attorneys from 10 counties attended the crime-fighting summit held in Napa.
Here's how much Californians can expect to pay to heat their homes this winter, according to a winter fuels forecast.
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
The SRPD Intelligence Team is searching for any local events, calls for action, or threats that aim to fear or harm the Jewish community.
"Joe gives from a place of respect and kindness to those around him and the community he loves so dearly."
Nearly three weeks later, police were able to identify and arrest the person suspected in the assaults.
Keenan Moran has the role of Friedrich in the Broadway Global tour of "The Sound of Music," traveling to 14 cities in China.
"Lamorinda Idol" winner Keenan Moran is Friedrich in the Broadway Global tour of "The Sound of Music," traveling to 14 cities in China.
U.S. Rep. John Garamendi honored 53 Women of the Year, including Contra Costa County's District Attorney Diana Becton.
Lt. Ryan Hibbs has been promoted to serve on Walnut Creek police Chief Jamie Knox's executive team as a police captain.
Car crashes remain the leading cause of death for teens 15-18 years old in the United States.
