Petaluma, CA|News|
Vegetation Fire In Petaluma Quickly Quelled
The blaze broke out in difficult-to-access terrain but was still extinguished within a matter of minutes.
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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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Back To School In Healdsburg: Calendars For The 2024-2025 School Year
See important dates of the 2024-2025 school year for Healdsburg USD, West Side UESD and Alexander Valley USD.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Back To School In Lamorinda: 2024-2025 School Year Calendars
Here are the key dates for 2024-2025 school year in the Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda and Acalanes school districts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Students Head Back To School: Important Dates
Here are key dates for the 2024-2025 school year in Mount Diablo USD, Walnut Creek School District, and Acalanes Union High School District.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
COVID-19 FliRT Strain: Indoor Masks Recommended In Contra Costa County
Wastewater sampling from the county shows a steady increase in the presence of the virus, particularly the infectious strain of COVID-19.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Bay Area's Amit Elor Claims Gold At Paris Olympics, Makes History
The 20-year-old from Walnut Creek makes history as the youngest American wrestler to win a gold medal at the Olympics.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
School Starts Thursday For Mt. Diablo Unified Students
Here are the key dates for 2024-2025 in the Mount Diablo Unified School District.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Coroner Identifies Driver Killed In Walnut Creek Crash
The fatal crash was Thursday on Ygnacio Valley Road.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Police Lift Shelter-In-Place Order
Breaking: Part of South Jefferson was shut down and residents in the area were told to remain inside.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Man Charged In 2 Walnut Creek Burglaries: Police
The Antioch resident was caught in the act of one burglary and then linked to the second, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Caltrans Closes Hwy 101 Ramps, Lanes Overnight At Hearn Avenue
The closures, which take place this week, are for the Hearn Avenue Overpass Replacement Project in Santa Rosa.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Teacher 'Very Good At Getting Us To Learn'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
North Bay's Minna Stess Competes At Paris Olympics
The 18-year-old Petaluma native has her sights set on a medal.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek's Amit Elor Vies For Gold At Paris Olympics
The College Park High School graduate made her Olympic debut in women's freestyle wrestling.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police To Host National Night Out
Since 1984, National Night Out has been held annually on the first Tuesday of August.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Orinda Police To Host National Night Out
Bring a backpack or school supplies to donate and get the chance to dunk the chief of police.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Police To Host National Night Out
The family-friendly event will include complimentary hot dogs, popcorn and dessert—and a courageous police representative in the dunk tank.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Beware Of Voter Registration Scam
A Bay Area County Elections Office warned residents to be vigilant about the texting scam, which has been reported statewide.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Stunning Sierra Nevada Lake | Christmas Cheer In July: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos...............
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Christmas Cheer In July: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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