A lifelong Alabama resident, Stephen has spent 10 years reporting for various media outlets in the Tuscaloosa area, including stints at the Crimson White, the Birmingham News and AL.com, the Tuscaloosa News and more before joining the team at Townsquare Media, where he now serves as the editor-in-chief of the Tuscaloosa Thread.
Stephen Dethrage
Infamous Egan’s Bar Closing After 42 Years in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Egan's Bar, the infamous dive bar at the end of the Tuscaloosa Strip on University Boulevard, is shutting its doors after 42 years.
PARA Announces Co-Ed Children’s Soccer League in Tuscaloosa, Alabama’s West End
The Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority announced a new children's soccer league Tuesday intended to teach youngsters the fundamentals of the game.
The Revivalists to Headline Amphitheater Show in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The Revivalists, an eight-piece alt-rock band from New Orleans, will headline a concert at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater later this summer.
Tuscaloosa, Alabama Woman Retires After 4 Decades in Sales at University Mall
A Tuscaloosa woman who has spent her career serving customers in the retail industry is announcing her retirement after 40 years at the University Mall.
Viral Video Shows Man Drill UAPD Cruiser With Golf Ball in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
A statement from a UA spokesperson indicates that the man was not charged with any crimes.
New First Kids Urgent Care Clinic to Open in Tuscaloosa in August
Boasting long hours, on-site lab work and X-Rays and its own pharmacy, First Kids Urgent Care aims to become a one-stop-shop for quality children's health care.
Lady A, Carly Pearce & Niko Moon Coming to Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Lady A, one of country music's premiere acts, is coming to the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater in August as part of a full slate of shows at the venue this summer.
Tuscaloosa’s Third Whataburger Coming to UA Strip
Tuscaloosa's third Whataburger is set to come to the University of Alabama Strip alongside the city's first Mediterranean Sandwich Co.
Tuscaloosa County Commission to House Spring Cleanup at 12 Sites
The Tuscaloosa County Commission will host its annual spring clean-up event Saturday at 12 rural sites in the area.
Lake Tuscaloosa Home Sells for $3.25 Million, Breaking Records
Tuscaloosa Realtor Kim Harwood closed a record-breaking deal this week, selling a home overlooking Lake Tuscaloosa for $3.25 million.