San Rafael, CA|News|
Cumulus Clouds Peek Over Mt. San Pedro: Marin Photo 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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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Fall Day In Picturesque Walnut Creek: Photos Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Probationer Accused of Assault On Police Officer
A Rohnert Park man is accused of injuring an officer and leading law enforcement on a chase.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Sanitation Truck Overturns, Blocks Silverado Trail
A Napa County hazmat team responded. Two people who were trapped inside had to be hospitalized.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Chinook Salmon Sighting In Napa: Photos Of The Day
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
SSU, State, Tribe Collaborate To Protect Historic Remains Found On Cannabis Land
Numerous Native American cultural resources and pioneer findings connected to the Gold Rush have been identified at illegal grow sites.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Eye Of Diablo Beacon To Be Relit On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
The public is invited to attend a ceremony where a Pearl Harbor survivor will speak before the beacon is relit.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Local Couple To Open Sipeos Cafe & Bar At Broadway Plaza
Sipeos caters to the health-minded with plant-forward food and a range of zero-proof and low-ABV handcrafted cocktails, plus wine and beer.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Nominate A Concord Youth For Contra Costa Hall Of Fame Awards
Nominees should demonstrate exemplary behavior in one of six categories.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Nominate A Lamorinda Youth For Contra Costa Hall Of Fame Awards
Do you know an outstanding youth? Nominees should demonstrate exemplary behavior in one of six categories.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Nominate A Walnut Creek Youth For Contra Costa Hall Of Fame Awards
Do you know an outstanding youth? Nominees should demonstrate exemplary behavior in one of six categories.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Bicyclist Struck, Killed By SUV On Highway 242 In Concord
The fatal crash happened in the southbound slow lane near the Olivera Road overcrossing.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Map: Napa To Begin Annual Hydrant Flushing Program
Commercial customers, especially businesses serving the public, should be aware of the water quality while flushing occurs.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
19 CA Restaurants Ranked Among Top 100 In Nation, New List Says
See if your favorite eatery made OpenTable's elite list, which is developed by reviews left by verified diners.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
5 Healdsburg Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Healdsburg area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
5 Walnut Creek Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Walnut Creek area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
5 Lamorinda Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Lamorinda area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
5 Napa Valley Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Napa Valley area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
5 Petaluma Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Petaluma area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
5 Concord Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
As Giving Tuesday approaches, here are five nonprofits in the Concord area to consider supporting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff