Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Flood Warning Issued For Sonoma County
A flood watch means to be prepared. A flood warning means to take action.
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|
Healdsburg Under Flood Warning, Watch
A flood watch means to be prepared. A flood warning means to take action.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Sandbag Station Open Amid Flood Watch
City personnel were patrolling road closures, blocked storm drains and other storm-related issues.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
What's New In Petaluma: Downtown Hotel, Kenilworth Park, Restaurant Week, Tax Help, More
City of Petaluma Community Update for Jan. 19, 2024. Happy Friday, Petaluma!
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Opening Celebration Held At Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria Learning Center At Sonoma State
The Learning Center at SSU's Fairfield Osborn Preserve is dedicated to cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural communication.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Double Rainbow At Golden Gate | From Santa Rosa To Maui: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Traffic Alert: Caltrans Starts Work On US 101 Hearn Ave. Overcrossing
Traffic delays are to be expected as Caltrans clears vegetation from the overcrossing in preparation for an interchange project.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Double Rainbow Graces Golden Gate Bridge: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Permanent Marin County Resident: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Neighbor Week: Special Offers For Wine Country Residents
The program was created by Napa Valley Vintners as a way to connect with locals and offer something special to those who live here.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Moraga Town Wide Street Sweeping Scheduled: What To Know
Street sweeping will be done over three days to remove debris that has accumulated. Find out when your street is scheduled.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord City Council To Consider Rent Stabilization, Just Cause For Eviction
The proposed regulations are complicated and the City Council has been discussing them for many months.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Contra Costa Probationer Caught With Card Skimmer In North Bay: Police
The person on probation for theft-related crimes had gift cards, burglary tools and a device that can scan any magnetic strip, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
SSU To Open For Spring Semester Week Of Jan. 22-26: What To Know
The California Faculty Association (CFA) has called for a work-stoppage strike on all CSU campuses on January 22-26.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma State Receives $7.9 M Grant To Expand Middle School STEM Program
STEMACES aims to improve middle school student achievement in science and increase the competency of STEM teachers in rural communities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Suspects, Officer Involved In Shooting ID'd By Sheriff's Office
Authorities identified two 18-year-olds — one of whom was still hospitalized — and an American Canyon officer involved in a shooting.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
4 Romantic Bay Area Restaurants Recommended By Michelin Guide
Impress that special person in your life with a reservation at one of these fine restaurants.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Volunteers Needed For Invasive Plant Removal At Napa Park
French Broom is an invasive plant that needs to be removed regularly to allow native plant species to survive and thrive.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
1 Injured In Suspected DUI Crash In Petaluma
The two-car crash Wednesday night closed Lakeville Highway at Frates Road.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
7 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Petaluma, Nearby
If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve the beer, several sports bars in and near Petaluma are primed for the handoff.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
