Concord|News|
9 Ways To Use Your Library Card
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by spreading the word about the Library.
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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Lamorinda, CA|News|
9 Things To Know About Your Contra Costa County Public Library Card
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by spreading the word about the Library.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
9 Ways To Use Your Contra Costa County Public Library Card
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month by spreading the word about the Library.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Former Sonoma County Man Faces Child Molestation Charges: Sheriff
Authorities "strongly believe" he may have victimized additional children and encouraged any possible victims to come forward.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Lamorinda
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Walnut Creek
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Concord|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Concord
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Napa Valley
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Petaluma
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Here's How Hot It's Forecast To Be This Week In Healdsburg
A heat advisory has been issued. See your seven-day forecast here.
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Across California, CA|News|
Summer Rain | Sturgeon Supermoon | City Honors Teen: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Russian River Dam Failure Prompts Closure Of Seasonal Bridge
The seasonal dam failure at Vacation Beach in Guerneville caused abnormally high river flows and damaged a county road.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
CHP Douses Car Fire On Hwy 116, Arrests Driver For Suspected DUI
While some officers pulled the driver from the burning car, others used fire extinguishers to stop the flames from spreading.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Construction Continues On I-80 Through Fall 2025
A Caltrans median barrier and safety lighting project will continue from the Alameda/Contra Costa County line to the Carquinez Bridge.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Residents Among 10 Arrested In Walnut Creek Operation
The proactive theft suppression operation was held in collaboration with BART Police.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
10 Arrested In Downtown Walnut Creek Theft Suppression Operation
The operation was held in collaboration with BART Police.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Orinda Police Help Nab Burglary Suspects
The suspects stole two cars and personal property from a residence in Alamo, the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
'Celebrating The Firefighters Who Saved Our House': Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Bidding Opens For Sotheby's Napa Valley Fine Wine, Experiences Auction
Rare wines and exclusive experiences are up for bid to benefit Napa Valley youth health initiatives.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
ENDS TONIGHT: Californians Have Chance At $500 Cash Prize; Here's How
The deadline to participate in the Safer Roads Contest is 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
