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.
Dr. Kimberly Rogers is the 15th permanent president of Contra Costa College. The 4CD Governing Board voted June 14 to ratify her contract.
Rogers is now the 15th permanent president of Contra Costa College. The 4CD Governing Board voted June 14 to ratify her contract.
Information on swim programs, summer camps, parks and trails, golf, river activities, facility reservations, and Parks and Rec job openings.
Vasco Road was closed in both directions and a sig-alert was issued because of the fatal three-car crash.
He reportedly told a Contra Costa sheriff's deputy he went to a park to meet up with female friends but instead was jumped by four males.
One night of the upcoming weekend, additional officers will look for those suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Not only is Burma 2 one of the best Burmese restaurants in the Bay Area, but it is also one of the best restaurants in Walnut Creek.
"We’ve been working on these plans for several years, and we’re excited to create new job opportunities here in Sonoma County."
Residents are asked to download the Concord Connect app to their smartphone or access the city's web-based tool to report illegal fireworks.
As officers spoke with the woman who appeared to be living in her car, she lit a gas can and set herself on fire, police said.
By removing barriers to entry, the journey continues toward "making Bedford Gallery and Lesher Center a place where everyone belongs."
This week's construction project was the first of the Town's "Worst Street First" residential pavement program on 22 streets.
Lagunitas Brewing Company and Toast Ale partnered for the limited carbon footprint brew that also prompted a donation to Sonoma Family Meal.
The wildfire broke out near the 1100 block of Snell Valley Road and spread at a moderate rate in rugged terrain.
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Lydia Zhou of American Canyon High School took the top prize of $1,500.
Constituents can submit questions ahead of time for the in-person meeting to be held in Concord.
Constituents can submit questions ahead of time for the in-person meeting to be held in Concord.
Constituents can submit questions ahead of time for the in-person meeting to be held in Concord.
Constituents can submit questions ahead of time for the in-person meeting to be held in Concord.