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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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This Baton Rouge group builds community for Pride Month and beyond

Gold jewelry is trending nationally. Here’s how you can rock locally made pieces

How young entrepreneurs are continuing in the footsteps of their parents

Baton Rouge party business brings fairy tale characters to life

6 Baton Rouge coffee shops serving caffeine (and booze) late

Fetii vans have rolled into Baton Rouge boasting a lively (and safer) ride-sharing experience

An ambitious concept for Gonzales: Inside Library Wine & Provisions

Cheers to the moms: Tin Roof holds outdoor market and beer release for Mother’s Day