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Olivia Deffes

Olivia Deffes

Olivia Deffes started with "225" as an intern during her senior year at LSU, polishing off her part-time gig with her first-ever cover story on Garth Brooks' iconic visit to Tiger Stadium. After graduating, she took a 10-day summer break before starting full time with the magazine as its digital staff writer before taking on the role of digital editor, and now, managing editor. Besides being a journalist, she's a self-proclaimed sweet treat enthusiast and One Direction historian. Find her hunting down celeb interviews, perfecting our social media pages or gabbing about Harry Styles.

Posts by this author:

First Look: Hotel Toussaint opens in St. Francisville, with French design and Southern touches

What to expect at Last Saturday at the Depot, with Easter activities, 70+ vendors, live music and more March 30

Luke Lognion lives out his Work Downtown, Play Downtown initiative by leading some of the city’s biggest events

Inside the new Somewhere Neighborhood Bar, now serving food and drinks downtown

Earlapalooza will bring hip-hop celebs to Baton Rouge this weekend

Mudbug mania: How crawfish prices are impacting Baton Rouge events and seasonal offerings

Baton Rouge’s spring festival lineup draws artists and creatives from all over the state

How to wear the green—no matter the weather or vibe on parade day