Healdsburg, CA|News|
'Comet Of The Century' Zooms Past Sonoma County: Photos Of The Day
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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|
St. Helena Measure B: Who's For It, Who's Against It, And Why
The owners of Napa Valley Wine Train seek to build a resort where the train ride ends on Charles Krug Winery property owned by the Mondavis.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Cal Fire, Sonoma County Parks Partner For Prescribed Burns
The fires are planned and coordinated with the Air Resources Control Board to minimize smoke impacts on surrounding communities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lafayette Measure H: Endorsements, Arguments
Measure H asks voters to approve a sales tax increase to 9.25 percent. Here's what to know.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Costco Now Open
Here's what to know about the megastore that was set to open this week at Riversound in Napa.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napans Urged To Imagine A Day Without Water
Thursday marks the 10th annual National Day of Action to raise awareness about and appreciation for the essential resource.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma State History Department Sheds Light On Slavery In Sonoma County
A summer research project revealed slavery was customary in Sonoma County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
See Gold Medalist Amit Elor Honored With Hometown Celebration
See video and photos of the celebration at Civic Park honoring Olympic gold medalist Amit Elor, a Walnut Creek native.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Photos: Stanly Pumpkin Patch, A Napa Valley Tradition
Stanly Lane Pumpkin Patch has been a Napa Valley tradition for over 40 years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Photos: Families Pack Pronzini Farms Pumpkin Patch
The venue just east of Petaluma is one of many pumpkin patches this year around Sonoma County and the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Woman Identified In Road-Rage Crash Leaves Behind 3-Year-Old Son
Family members launched a fundraising campaign for the boy's future.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Sunrise Over San Francisco Bay: Photo Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Northern Lights Over SoCal | Bewitched Balloon: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
'Bewitching Balloon': Healdsburg Photo Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
7-Eleven To Close Hundreds Of Underperforming Stores
Its Japanese parent company cited shifts in consumer spending because of inflation and nicotine flavor bans in California and Massachusetts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Sergeant Retires After Distinguished, Decorated Career
Police Sgt. Paul Gilman earned numerous awards and accolades that began as soon as he started and continued throughout his career.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek's Center For Community Arts Featured In New Exhibit
"Art Passages" is an exhibition program at the County Administration Building in Martinez.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know
As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Healdsburg.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know
As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Petaluma.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Smoke In Petaluma From 'Multiple Controlled Burns': Police
There were no active fires within the city limits, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
