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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:

Time Warp may have reached a milestone, but it’s far from a quarter-life crisis

Where to find sensory accommodations and inclusive offerings around the Capital Region

From haircuts to friendships, here’s how locals are supporting the autism and neurodivergent community

May 2025’s calendar of can’t-miss-events around the Capital Region

It’s true love: Biting into Baton Rouge’s everlasting fried chicken fascination

Brunch bunch: New offerings and menus in Baton Rouge for your next mid-morning meal

Inside Sunshine Chicken & Seafood, with new ownership, menu items and friendly service

First Look: New bookstore TBR Books and Tea set to open April 12