Concord|News|
Lockdown At Ygnacio Valley High School Prompted By Suspicious Car: PD
"We thank school staff and students for their vigilance and our officers for their swift response in ensuring community safety."
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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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma State, AIMS College Prep Charter Enter Agreement
AIMS is a high-achieving school serving low-income students in Oakland.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
San Rafael Resident Killed In Point Reyes-Petaluma Road Crash
He was not wearing a seat belt and died at the scene, the coroner said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Coroner Identifies Driver Killed In Point Reyes-Petaluma Road Crash
The driver—a resident of both Marin and Sonoma counties—was not wearing a seat belt and died at the scene, the coroner said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Invites Public To Veterans Day Ceremony
The event, a cherished Walnut Creek tradition, will include the patriotic sounds of the Walnut Creek Concert Band.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Driver Suspected Of DUI In Napa Valley Head-On Collision: CHP
Both drivers were rushed to Queen of the Valley Medical Center with moderate to major injuries.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Meet Orinda Police Department's New Members
Learn more about staff members Sgt. Brian McMillen, Sgt. Kevin Neller, Officer Chris Hamblin and Officer Chanel Taliaferro.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
McGuire Remembers Life, Legacy Of Fire Chief Doug Williams
Sen. Mike McGuire issued a statement honoring the longtime chief of Central Fire Authority and lifelong resident of Santa Rosa.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Cases Of 'Walking Pneumonia' Spike Among Children: What To Know In CA
The persistent cough that has been nagging your child for weeks may be a type of "walking pneumonia." Here's what to know in California.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Pond Farm Park Named National Historic Landmark—CA's 1st In 25 Years
Located in the Austin Creek State Recreation Area in Sonoma County, it was the home and studio of master potter Marguerite Wildenhain.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Traffic Advisory: Roadwork Underway At Highway 221, Basalt Road
Caltrans work at the intersection is expected to cause delays, according to a Napa County traffic advisory.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
City Of Concord Now Accepts Rent Adjustment Petitions
Petitions will be heard during a rent adjustment hearing as part of the Residential Tenant Protection Program that took effect this year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
4th-Graders Explore Science Through Virtual Reality In SSU's Bentley Lab
In the Bentley Lab, students were fitted with virtual reality headsets and used an app designed by a Sonoma State alumna.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
1 Killed In Solo-Vehicle Crash On Point Reyes-Petaluma Road: CHP
The crash shut down the roadway in both directions Monday afternoon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Carjacking Suspect Arrested In Walnut Creek
A woman accused of injuring three people in a carjacking from the Martinez Amtrak Station was apprehended in the car in Walnut Creek.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Carjacking Suspect Drags Elderly Woman From Car, Injures Officer
A woman accused of injuring three people in a carjacking was arrested by police.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
$15.9M Grant To Fund 27 Zero-Emission County Connection Buses
The state grant will also be used to install 90,000 solar panels and build a microgrid battery storage facility.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
SMART Train Awarded $81M To Complete Northern Extension To Healdsburg
"Extending rail service into our northern communities of Healdsburg and the Alexander Valley will connect people to jobs and opportunity."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Milpitas, CA|News|
Silver Alert Issued For Missing Santa Clara Man
Reynaldo Orallo was last seen Sunday, the California Highway Patrol said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
9 CA Cities Rated Among Most Zen In America: Study
Two California cities ranked among the top five most zen; another seven were among the top 100.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
