Across California, CA|News|
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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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Santa Monica, CA|News|
Santa Monica Sunsets Before And After The I Do's: Photos Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Blue Hour By The Bay: Contra Costa Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Sonoma Valley Smoke Advisory: 2 Prescribed Burns Planned
The burns are set to occur on lands protected by Sonoma Land Trust, Audubon Canyon Ranch, the Swig-Dinner-Ferris family and other partners.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Prescribed Burns Scheduled On Sonoma County Grasslands
The burns are set to occur on lands protected by Sonoma Land Trust, Audubon Canyon Ranch, the Swig-Dinner-Ferris family and other partners.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Makes Makers Accelerator Program Coming In 2025
The custom-made curriculum is designed to help local artisan makers get to the next level with their business.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Police Promote Sergeant, Welcome New Officer, K9
Walnut Creek PD has a new sergeant, a new officer from a nearby force, and a new Chocolate Lab K9.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Do You Go All Out With Holiday Lights? Petaluma Needs You
Register soon to have your home or business featured in Petaluma's 2024 City of Lights Driving Tour.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Expired, Unused Drugs In Lamorinda
On Oct. 26, hundreds of locations across the state are offering no-questions-asked service for safely disposing of medications.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Expired, Unused Drugs Near Walnut Creek
On Oct. 26, hundreds of locations across the state are offering no-questions-asked service for safely disposing of medications.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Where To Dispose Of Expired, Unused Drugs In Concord
On Oct. 26, hundreds of locations across the state are offering no-questions-asked service for safely disposing of medications.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Local Kitchens Expands Lafayette Dining Area
"We have loved being a part of the Lafayette community and look forward to serving the community for years to come."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Cloverdale Eyed For Utopian Community
In the meantime, Esmeralda is hosting pop-up villages in nearby Healdsburg. Some 1,300 attended the most recent gathering.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
City Allocates $5M For Implementation Of Homeless Strategic Plan
Six local organizations will offer a combination of temporary housing and support services to help people transition out of homelessness.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Smoke Seen In Napa Valley From Prescribed Burn
A controlled burn in Sonoma County created the smoke.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Expired, Unused Drugs In Napa County
On Oct. 26, locations across the state — six in Napa county —are offering no-questions-asked service for safely disposing of medications.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord To Hold Community Meetings On Rezoning For Housing
The city has narrowed it down to four sites and three alternate sites.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Expired, Unused Drugs In Healdsburg
On Oct. 26, hundreds of locations across the state are offering no-questions-asked service for safely disposing of medications.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
120-Acre Prescribed Burn Planned At Tolay Lake Regional Park
"Smoke may be visible around the Lakeville area for up to seven hours. These are permitted controlled burns; do not call 911."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Cattlemens To Close In Petaluma
"It has been our honor and privilege to serve this community for over five decades."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
