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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.

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Baton Rouge gets its own Met Gala: What to expect from this year’s MPAC

What are 225’s past People to Watch honorees up to now?

As Tre’s Street Kitchen has become a local favorite, founder Tremaine Devine has also captured national attention

Louisiana Marathon race participants are able to run for charity for the first time this month

January 2024’s calendar of can’t-miss events around Baton Rouge

13+ ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Baton Rouge this year

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Light House Coffee expands with room for seating, roasting, coffee classes and more