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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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One week left to get your king cake fill: Festive sweet treats to try in Baton Rouge

This week in Baton Rouge: Mardi Gras rolls on, history lectures and more

Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend: Mardi Gras parades, MLK Festival and more

Out with the new, in with the old: Where to find vintage fashion in Baton Rouge

From food to fashion, Emily Sharpe is cooking up quite the career—all before her graduation day at LSU

Things to do this week in Baton Rouge: ‘Rent,’ Mardi Gras history and more

Glittery local clothing brand Queen of Sparkles is ready for its first Mardi Gras season

Things to do this weekend: Krewe of Mutts parade, Mardi Gras Mambo, Valentine’s market and more