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Laura Allen

Laura Allen

Laura Allen is a contributing writer at “225” and a junior at LSU. She is now the Editor-in-Chief of LSU’s student-run newspaper the Reveille, but she got her start as an entertainment reporter, covering anything from student organizations to local business owners. Her passion for highlighting the people and places that make Baton Rouge tick has carried over into all of her newswriting, and she hopes to pursue journalism after graduation.

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These BR-based needlepoint businesses create canvas designs for local stitchers

Put your stamp on trucker and cowboy hats at this new Perkins Road shop

Saturday’s Totally Rad Vintage Fest promises a blast from the past

Get ready for gamedays with Sweet Baton Rouge’s annual Ultimate Tailgate vendor event Saturday

Coffee not cutting it? Try these refreshing alternatives from local spots

This matcha pop-up stand is bringing original beverages to Baton Rouge

This locally owned floral business is growing with support from the community

Fecit Antiques and Estates combines traditional estate sales with a retail store