Laura Furr Mericas, Author at [225]

Laura Furr Mericas

Laura Furr Mericas is contributing editor for “225,” and previously served as the magazine’s managing editor. A Baton Rouge native and former LSU athlete, Laura returned to the Capital Region in 2021 after launching her career in Texas. She’s passionate about animals, the month of March and the Main Library at Goodwood’s drive-thru window. Find her on the hunt for the best kid-friendly restaurants.

Laura Furr Mericas

Posts by this author:

Woman’s Hospital’s new Perinatal Mental Health Unit aims to help moms heal

Tiger Stadium turns 100: Chronicling the history of one of the game’s most iconic landmarks

30+ LSU athletes will compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here’s who to watch

Here’s how real estate and community are shaping the Capital Region’s restaurant scene

Maggie Mac Neil helped rewrite LSU Swimming’s record books. She wants to make history again at the Summer Olympics

17 athletes to watch this Olympic season who have ties to Baton Rouge

Thousands of grandparents in Louisiana are raising their grandkids. This nonprofit wants to help

A guide to Mardi Gras in the Capital Region: 25+ parades and events this month