Walnut Creek, CA|News|
3 Takes Of A Lovely Shell Ridge Sunset: Walnut Creek Photos Of The Day
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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|
Fire Destroys Over 20 Boats, Part Of Dock At Lake Berryessa
The blaze broke out at Markley Cove and destroyed one-third of a dock, Cal Fire's Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
FEMA Opens Mobile Disaster Recovery Center For Contra Costa Residents
Contra Costa County reported $43 million in damage to public infrastructure from the storms, including bridges, roads and culverts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Time To Nominate Petaluma's 2023 Good Egg
The winner of the 2023 Good Egg award will be introduced April 15 during the Butter and Egg Days opening ceremonies.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Snow Days | Vibrant Murals | San Clemente Sunset: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Weather Service Reports Napa County Snowfall Amounts
A low-elevation snowstorm dumped several inches of snow on Calistoga, St. Helena, Angwin and other parts of Napa County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
6 Inches Of Snow Falls In Cloverdale
Cloverdale Unified School District canceled all classes Friday as state Highway 128 was blocked in both directions.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma Water To Update Public On North Bay Water Supply
The discussion will focus on the challenges and opportunities facing the region's aging water, wastewater and flood protection systems.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma County Seeks Public Input On Emergency Housing
The public is invited to take part in one of two meetings to discuss a plan to create emergency housing sites for unsheltered people.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Basketball Player Selected To McDonald's All American Games
Aden Holloway is among 48 players —24 boys and 24 girls — selected from over 700 nominees to play on high school basketball's biggest stage.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
5 Days Of Maintenance Planned On Hwy 29 Elm Tunnel North Of St. Helena
One-way traffic control will be in place during the maintenance work slated for next week, Caltrans announced.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Coroner Identifies Driver In Fatal I-680 Crash Into Fire Truck
The driver of a Tesla Model S collided with the back of a Con Fire engine that responded to a previous crash.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Free Bartender School: Graton Resort And Casino Accepting Applications
Interested in a new career as a bartender or beverage server? Here's what to know about the upcoming bartender school.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Contra Costa County; Lamorinda Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Contra Costa Co.; Walnut Creek Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Snow Possible In Contra Costa County; Concord Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Contra Costa County; Martinez Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Napa County; Freeze Warning Extended
A winter storm warning now lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow still expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Sonoma County; Petaluma Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning now lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow still expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Snow Possible In Sonoma County; RP, Cotati Under Freeze Warning
A winter storm warning now lasts until 11 a.m. Friday, with snow still expected at elevations above 1,500 to 2,000 feet.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff