Concord|News|
Side Gate Brewery & Beer Garden Celebrates 2 Years In Concord
A two-year anniversary event is planned for Aug. 26 as one of two major fall events at Side Gate.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
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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Martinez, CA|News|
DeSaulnier Hosting In-Person Town Hall At Contra Costa Animal Services
The congressman will take questions live from the audience during the town hall at Contra Costa Animal Services in Martinez.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Highwy 29 Lane Closures May Delay Traffic: Caltrans
Nightly lane closures are planned through Saturday to accommodate work by PG&E and Caltrans.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Jailed For DUI, Hit-And-Run Crash: Police
Officers followed a gouge in the roadway made by parts falling off the suspect's car.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Crews Stop Scenic Fire Near Port Costa
The vegetation fire had the potential to grow to 50 acres but crews battled it from the air and the ground and stopped its forward progress.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Air Quality Advisory For Wildfire Smoke Extended For Bay Area
Wildfire smoke from Northern California led the BAAQMD to extend its advisory. A spare-the-air alert has not been issued.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma County Gets $51M For 6 Infrastructure Projects
The California Transportation Committee has awarded more than $3.1 billion to help rebuild or upgrade infrastructure across the state.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Contra Costa County Gets $22M For Infrastructure Projects
The California Transportation Committee has awarded more than $3.1 billion to help rebuild or upgrade infrastructure across the state.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Gets $6.9M For Infrastructure Projects
The California Transportation Committee has awarded more than $3.1 billion to help rebuild or upgrade infrastructure across the state.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Plane Crash-Lands In Sonoma County Vineyard
The pilot reported engine trouble to the tower at the Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Fire Dept. Deploys Personnel To Incidents Across The West
"The department stands united in supporting them & expresses gratitude to their families for their sacrifices to keep our communities safe."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Wearing Speedo, Fur-Lined Boots Arrested For Loaded Weapon: Police
Officers responded to a report of a naked man at Steamer Landing Park and ended up arresting the man on a gun charge.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Teen Girl Accused Of Domestic Violence In Assault: Police
Officers were at a hospital with the girl who suffered lacerations when an 18-year-man entered the same hospital with multiple injuries.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Great Horned Owl | Rock Art | Whales In Monterey Bay: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
4 Officers Involved In Fatal Shooting At Martinez Dispensary: Chief
UPDATED: Martinez police Chief Andrew White gave more information Friday about the officer-involved shooting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
UC Davis Mural Unveiled At Napa Winery
"The Secret Life Of Vineyards" mosaic mural has an insect theme and was spearheaded by two UC Davis faculty members/artists.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Burmese Restaurant Reopens After Rat Jumps Onto Customer's Lap
The Bay Area restaurant was ordered to close upon a visit from a county inspector. It has reopened and is awaiting a follow-up inspection.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa EIFD Project Seeks To Revitalize, Elevate City's Urban Landscape
The Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District project will preserve Napa's rich historical charm, fostering modern growth and development.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Cluster Of Retail Thefts Investigated In Petaluma
One person was arrested, surveillance images were released of two other suspects, and police were still searching for a perfume thief.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Planned In Petaluma
The checkpoint will be held at a location that is safe for officers and the public.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
