Napa Valley, CA|News|
Missing Napa Woman Found Dead, Police Say
Paula Jo Garcia, 78, was found dead Tuesday after her car was located outside city limits, Napa police said.
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
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Berkeley, CA|News|
Berkeley Resident Killed In Concord Plane Crash
The 75-year-old pilot crashed shortly after taking off Tuesday morning from Buchanan Field Airport.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Pilot Identified In Fatal Concord Plane Crash
The 75-year-old pilot crashed shortly after taking off Tuesday morning from Buchanan Field Airport.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Airline To Create 50 Jobs At Sonoma County Airport
Avelo Airlines announced it will open a crew base at the Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport, bringing up to 50 new jobs to the region.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Fire Contained At Walnut Creek Restaurant
The blaze broke out in the 1500 block of Mt. Diablo Boulevard.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Downtown Martinez Cleanup Announced
Gloves, bags and other equipment will be provided. Volunteers must RSVP by today.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lafayette Appoints John McCormick To City Council
McCormick, a Lafayette resident for over 30 years, was unanimously selected to fill the seat formerly held by Teresa Gerringer.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Flooding Possible In Concord As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In Walnut Creek As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In Lamorinda As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In Martinez As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In Healdsburg As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
The Russian River at Guerneville has about a 26 percent chance of reaching flood stage and a 58 percent chance of reaching monitor stage.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In RP, Cotati As Atmospheric River Inundates Area
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Flooding Possible In Petaluma As Atmospheric River Inundates North Bay
Heavy rainfall will bring the potential for moderate to rapid rises along area rivers, streams and creeks. Gusty winds are also forecast.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Strong Storm To Hit Napa
Expect some park closures at Trancas Crossing Park and Kennedy Park, where heavy rainfall may trigger localized flooding, the city said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Road Closures At Plane Crash Site May Last Overnight, Police Say
Police urged drivers to use alternate routes as surrounding roadways could remain closed overnight.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
'A Person Is Still Alive Today': Firefighters Commended For Rescue
After a "high-risk rescue" from a burning Walnut Creek home, the victim is still alive today, a fire official said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Holding Measure D Street Selection Workshop
The public is encouraged to give feedback on a presentation by city staff about which streets are recommended for paving this year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Traffic Alert: Galindo Street Construction
Trucks are expected to deliver seven or eight modular units daily to a construction site on Galindo Street.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Apply For Free Bartender School At Graton Resort & Casino
Applications are currently being accepted for the next class session.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
