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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:

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

Animals, cartoons and plants are inspirations for a young entrepreneur’s jewelry line

First-ever Night Market BTR aims to showcase diverse cultures (and flavors) during AAPI Heritage Month