Across California, CA|News|
Great Blue Heron | Gondola Rides | Highway 101 Sunset: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
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
Reach her at maggie.fusek@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Gondola Rides A Hidden Napa Gem: Photos Of The Week
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Citizen Helps Catch Catalytic Converter Thief In Walnut Creek
A resident reported seeing someone with a flashlight under a car.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Refinery Release: Lab Results Show No Ongoing Health Risk
Samples of the coke dust — a black, sooty or powdery residue created during petroleum refining — were sent for analysis.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
New Napa Restaurant, The Lincoln, Is Community Gathering Place
The gastropub with a speakeasy vibe & large patio with firepits & outdoor games overlooking the Napa River, is a community gathering place.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Join Moraga Police, Moraga-Orinda Fire Aug. 1 For National Night Out
Neighborhoods participate by having a block party, barbecue, or similar event. Moraga Police and Moraga-Orinda Fire visit each gathering.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Applications Now Open For Concord Community Academy
The program is free and open to applicants ages 18 years and older who live, work, or own a business in Concord.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Open Letter To Employees, Community From Napa's City Manager Steve Potter On Budget Upate
After significant planning and discussion, we adopted a budget on June 20—but we are still navigating financial challenges.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Wrong-Way Driver On U.S. Hwy 101 Results In Fiery, Fatal Crash
One person died in the crash near Geyserville and another person was airlifted to a hospital for treatment of major injuries.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Santa Rosa Welcomes 3 New CHP Officers: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park City Councilmember Jackie Elward Running For State Senate
The local leader aims to replace California state Sen. Bill Dodd as the District 3 representative.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
2 Days Of Emergency Response Training Planned At Petaluma Junior High
Surrounding residences may see police cars, fire trucks and ambulances. No live ammunition will be used.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Moraga Library Closing For 10-Week Interior Improvement Project: What To Know
Funding for the project is provided by the Town of Moraga, the Friends of the Moraga Library, Mr. Robert Muller and the Stankus Family.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Woman Accused In Highway 29 Standoff Had Stun Gun, Police Say
Southbound Highway 29 was temporarily blocked by the incident Thursday morning in American Canyon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Spare-The-Air Alert Issued For Bay Area As Hot Temps Result In Smog
The Air District has issued its second Spare-the-Air alert of the summer for Friday. Here's why.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa City Academy: A View Into Your Local Government
Apply now as class size is limited and spaces are expected to fill up quickly.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Give Checkpoint Results
A checkpoint was held Friday on Old Redwood Highway. Here are the results.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
'Napa Makes' Initiative Breathes New Life Into Artisan Making, Small-Scale Manufacturing
One shining example of the initiative's impact is the 100 Coombs Creative Collective, with 13 studio spaces for local artists and makers.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Updated Tobacco Regulations To Take Effect In Concord: What To Know
The City Council-approved regulations are meant to curb youth access to tobacco products. Concord PD will actively enforce the new rules.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Hog Fire Stopped In Northern Sonoma County
The wildfire was burning in timber near Hogwarts Way and state Highway 128 northwest of Cloverdale.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
