Concord|News|
Contra Costa Library Announces Self-Service Sundays Pilot Program: What To Know
The alternative solution, if successful, could expand to other branches in the future.
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|
Napa County Celebrates Inaugural Employee Appreciation Week
Awards were given to those who demonstrate exceptional commitment to public service and significantly impact the county and its residents.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Critically Injured In Motorcycle Crash
Police were seeking to speak with any possible witnesses of the crash, which happened on Petaluma Boulevard North.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Photos: Students Sing Halloween Songs To Seniors
Dressed in costumes, the students sang "Monster Mash," "Five Little Pumpkins," and other favorite songs from their music class.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Prime Rib At The Garden: Now Open In Downtown Walnut Creek
A grand opening was recently held for the restaurant at the popular local venue.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Announces Date For Tree Lighting, Mayor's Sing-Along
The City of Concord starts its holiday season with this annual event at Todos Santos Plaza.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
CORRECTED: Gee, Hoxie Lead In Orinda City Council Race
Results from Tuesday's general election show Evans, a Black member of the LGBTQ+ community, did not win enough votes to secure a seat.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Shadelands Art Center Earns Sensory Inclusive Certification
"If anyone has a sensory overload situation, we are educated and ready to respond."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lafayette Passes Tax Measure, Elects City Council Members
See the latest results for the city of Lafayette from Tuesday's general election.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
54K Customers Without Power Wednesday In PG&E Service Area
In addition to 22,000 impacted by a public safety power shutoff, another 32,000 were without electricity amid high winds up to 88 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley's Mike Thompson Reelected To U.S. House: AP
The Associated Press called the race in favor of Thompson shortly before 9:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
New Mayors, Tax Votes: Napa Valley Election Results
Voters have had their say in the Napa mayoral and council races, local and county measures and more.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Measure H, City Council, School Boards: Lamorinda Election Results
Voters have had their say on Lafayette and Orinda city council, Moraga school board and more local races.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
City Council, School Board Seats: Walnut Creek Election Results
Voters have had their say on Walnut Creek local races.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Razor-Thin Lead For Concord City Council Election
Just five votes separate the top vote getters in one race.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma School Bonds, Sonoma Farms Election Results
Voters have had their say on Petaluma Measures, City Council, School Board and more local races.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Tax Hikes, School Bonds, Sonoma Farms: Healdsburg Election Results
Voters have had their say on Healdsburg Measures O and R, City Council, School Board and more local races.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Election Day Power Shutoff Possible In Contra Costa County
"We’re taking extraordinary measures to prevent outages at voting and tabulation centers, and pre-staging resources."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
PG&E Notifies Sonoma County Of Potential Election Day Power Shutoff
"We’re taking extraordinary measures to prevent outages at voting and tabulation centers, and pre-staging resources."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Potential Election Day Power Shutoff: PG&E Notifies Napa County
"We’re taking extraordinary measures to prevent outages at voting and tabulation centers, and pre-staging resources."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
