Across California, CA|News|
Technicolor Clouds | Century-Old Barn | Road To Fall: 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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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Out With The Old, In With The New: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
New Friends: Photo Of The Week
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
New Walnut Creek Mayor, Mayor Pro-Tem Selected For 2025
A new council member was also sworn in during this week's City Council meeting, and the outgoing mayor was honored.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
American Canyon High School Coach Pleads Guilty To Sex With Minors
Former cross-country coach Brad Rowell, 42, of Sonoma, was charged with crimes against two victims in two separate jurisdictions.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
City Of Napa Voters Approve Measure G
With strong voter support, Measure G establishes a new local sales tax that will generate an estimated $22 million annually.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
City Of Healdsburg To Discuss Transition To District Elections
The City Council is holding a public hearing to gather community feedback on the composition of voting districts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Walnut Creek?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Concord|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Concord?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Napa Valley?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Healdsburg?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Petaluma?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Lamorinda?
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour o' lights.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Earthquake Strikes Sonoma County Just Prior To Larger CA Quake
It struck three minutes after a larger quake was recorded off the California coast.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Police Chief Seeks Applicants For Advisory Board
Members serve two-year terms and are encouraged to express a wide variety of the community’s viewpoints.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Avenue Among Favorite Main Streets For Christmas Shopping
A survey revealed the best main streets in America for Christmas shopping.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Drainage Project In Napa To Close Northbound Highway 29 Shoulder
Caltrans also advised of single-lane closures that will impact the on- and off-ramps at Lincoln Avenue.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
CoCo Supervisors Remove Gender-Specific Pronouns From Ordinance Code
"Contra Costa County is a community for all, and our policies should reflect our dedication to serving everyone."
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Petaluma, CA|News|
SMART Holiday Express Operates Throughout December
Here's what to know about Pictures with Santa, the holiday toy drive, and more aboard the Holiday Express.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Orinda Police Department Hosting Holiday Toy Drive
The toys are for the Contra Costa County Family Justice Center, which served nearly 4,000 children last year.
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