Olivia Turner

Olivia is the Arts & Life Editor at the Baylor Lariat. She is a junior journalism major with a secondary major in sociology. Waco, TX

Worked on 746 assignments, created 655, named on 165 bylines for The Baylor Lariat.

By (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Tau Alpha event recognizes, reflects on Black women at Baylor

By Emma Reed | InternIn honor of Women’s History Month, the Tau Alpha Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity hosted "Tribute to a Black Woman," celebrating the achievements, leadership and resilience of Black women within the university community. The evening was filled with moments of inspiration, discussion workshops and the recognition of women who have made a significant impact...

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'Half-museum, half-antique shop': Show and Tell houses timeless treasures

By Janay Boyd | ReporterShow and Tell Antiques resides in a historic building with a rich past and a unique blend of architectural beauty. Tot Talbert, the current owner of Show and Tell Antiques, said the building has a fascinating history, from its original use as Lazenby’s home to its transformation into an antique shop in the '50s. For decades,...

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Stanton Studios teaches storytelling, craft with stained glass-making classes

By Janay Boyd | ReporterNestled in the rolling countryside just outside Waco, Stanton Studios is a place where art meets craftsmanship, tradition blends with innovation, and light transforms into color. Here, stained glass isn't just a relic of grand cathedrals and historic homes — it’s a living art form evolving with time and creativity. Samuel Stanton, the studio’s floor manager...

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A&L Tunesday: March 4

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThe forecast for this week’s Tunesday is looking dark and brooding with a touch of forbidden love. If you enjoy Halsey, Malcolm Todd, Omar Apollo and Gigi Perez, you might want to tune in. Here are some new songs to get you through those last few days of midterms until spring break. “safeword”...

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By (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Best moments at the 2025 Oscars

By Bella Whitmore | InternAnother year of the Oscars has come and gone, and luckily, this year's award ceremony did not disappoint with its entertaining moments and many well-deserved wins. Of course, there were a fair share of snubs and awkward moments, but that’s what makes the Oscars a must-watch for film lovers and the general public alike every year....

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Turnpike Troubadours, Cross Canadian Ragweed to perform at McLane Stadium

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThe 2025 fall semester is set to kickoff the school year in McLane Stadium — not with a football game, but with a country concert that will likely go down in Baylor history as one for the books. On Feb. 11, Baylor’s Instagram announced that Cross Canadian Ragweed and Turnpike Troubadours will be...

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Local vendors react to new location of Waco Downtown Farmer's Market

By Shane Mead | Staff WriterMarch 1 marked the beginning of a new era for the Waco Downtown Farmer's Market as hundreds gathered at its new location, Bridge Street Plaza, to shop from their favorite local vendors. Instead of setting up in rows along the courthouse parking lot in downtown Waco, vendors lined both sides of Bridge Street Plaza, creating...

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Baylor fitness organization proves girls get gains, too

By Shane Mead | Staff WriterWhen Phoenix junior Aleah Schippers was in her sophomore year of high school, she suffered a major hip injury that required surgery and an extended break from competitive dancing. After recovering, Schippers said getting back into doing physical activities was something she never got around to. She even attempted going to the gym a few...

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What to Do in Waco: Feb. 28 - March 6

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThe weekend before spring break in Waco is looking pretty packed! This smorgasbord includes a little bit of music, a play here and there and the first weekend at the new location of the Waco Downtown Farmers Market.2025 Waco Block Party | Feb. 28 - March 2 | Southern Roots Brewing Co., 217-219...

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Crocheting, knitting make a comeback, hooking Gen Z

By Janay Boyd | ReporterWith the rise of social media, interest has grown in what many call “grandma activities” — including baking, puzzles, gardening and, most notably, crocheting and knitting. According to Kheyo Mag, a blog from an online crochet and yarn entrepreneur, crochet is making a big comeback. The publication notes that crocheting is experiencing a resurgence because people...

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