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.
After an SFO near-miss incident, the congressman did two years of research and consulted with experts including Capt. "Sully" Sullenberger.
"When older adults are actively engaged, included and connected, we all benefit."
The Napa County Assessment Appeals Board has one new member and the Napa County Commission on Aging has two new members.
Community members can learn more about the Concord Naval Weapons Station Reuse project and the planning process and share their feedback.
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The family-friendly, bi-annual makers festival is coming to Sebastopol Center For the Arts.
BREAKING: The earthquake was reported at 3:45 p.m. — Did YOU feel it?
He has convictions for robbery, grand theft and weapons.
The draft budget is available on the city’s website and will be discussed in full May 20 during the Budget Workshop.
Smoke may be visible to residents and passing motorists as crews burned piled material Tuesday.
Residents of these communities are encouraged to register for the exercise at SoCoTest.org.
PG&E local leaders will answer questions and share available resources during Tuesday's event.
City Hall was open but with limited services as St. Helena dealt with a cyberattack.
Authorities expected it would take two or three hours to clear the road.
One woman became trapped in her car and died, while another woman was arrested on suspicion of DUI, the California Highway Patrol said.
Police said spectators are welcome to watch the sheep herded through town but will be asked to stay on sidewalks and leave a clear path.
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Take a look at this picture. Do you know where in Petaluma it was taken?
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Police believe Kevin Osborne, 67, may have victimized others and encouraged any victims to report it to their local law enforcement.
