Petaluma, CA|News|
Girl, 7, Struck In Sonoma County Hit-And-Run: CHP
Police are seeking the driver of a white Toyota Prius manufactured between 2010 and 2017.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Bald Eagles | Blue Majesty | Tiger Cub | Fall Foliage: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Virtual Pet Adoption Fair Underway In CA
Concord-based Pet Food Express looks forward to this yearly as a "critically important part of its mission to create lasting change."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Day Trip: Fall Colors A Must-See At Sonoma Botanical Garden
The Garden's Asian Woodland is an array of deciduous trees and perennials—many of which are rare & endangered—producing unique fall colors.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Postal Service Job Fair Coming Up In Healdsburg, More SoCo Cities
Healdsburg is one of 69 Bay Area postal facilities hosting job fairs as the USPS looks to fill 800 positions.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Contra Costa Artists Featured In Exhibition At Sonoma State University Gallery
NIAD works with Contra Costa and Alameda artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma State Art Exhibition Features Portraits, Self-Portraits From NIAD Art Center
NIAD works with Contra Costa and Alameda artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Chefs Conjure Up New 'So-Co Med' Menu For Healdsburg's Spoonbar
"It felt natural to combine our love of bold Mediterranean flavors with the incredible bounty & creative spirit of Sonoma County, our home."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Fitness Teacher Is 'Non-Judgmental, Kind'
T-Mobile and Patch are highlighting the contributions made by teachers.
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Concord|News|
Antioch Teacher Encourages Scientific Thinking
T-Mobile and Patch are highlighting the contributions made by teachers.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Teacher Has 'Unwavering Commitment To Unlock Potential'
T-Mobile and Patch are highlighting the contributions made by teachers.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Bay Area Faces 'Near-Critical Fire Weather' As Heat Advisory Extended
"Hot and dry conditions will continue ... resulting in widespread moderate to locally major heat risk and near-critical fire weather."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Wildfire Breaks Out Overnight At Lake Berryessa
The blaze briefly closed state Highway 128 as firefighters battled the blaze in rugged terrain.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
De La Salle Announces Athletic Hall Of Fame Inductees For 2024
Five talented Spartan alumni, two former coaches, and two teams make up the school's Athletic Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma State Alumna Jessica Link Steeps Stories In Wine
Link said harvest months can be all-consuming, but the hard work is worth it.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Pachanga & Art, After Dark Coming Up At Healdsburg Plaza
This year's event highlights the work of local art grant recipients and celebrates Latin Heritage Month.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Winston's CUP To Operate Napa Café, Work Experience Program
The nonprofit will operate a retail food and beverage café supplemented by a program for those experiencing barriers to employment.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Announce Checkpoint Results From Labor Day Weekend
Among those arrested for DUI was a man who drove over traffic cones set up for the checkpoint.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Photos Of The Day: Looking Good, Lake Sonoma!
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma State Alumna Jessica Link Steeps Stories In Wine
Link said harvest months can be all-consuming, but the hard work is worth it.
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