Dan Brannan is Content Director of RiverBender and EdGlenToday.com. Dan started at Riverbender.com/Edglentoday.com in December 2014. He is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL with degrees in Journalism and Psychology. Having previously served as the Executive Editor of The Telegraph in Alton, his 17-year tenure led the paper to over 350 awards including several General Excellence awards in the Illinois Press Association, Illinois Associated Press, Freedom Communications, Southern Illinois Editorial Association and Journal Register Company contests. Brannan was chosen to lead Freedom Communications' national pilot on social media.
He is the author of eight nonfiction books including: "The Courage to Live," a biography about Donna Gustavel, a young woman with multiple disabilities; "Everyday Angels," an inspirational book of moving human interest stories; "Live Life to the Fullest: Stories of People Coping With Diabetes" which is endorsed by the American Diabetes Association; "Boy Giant: The Story of Robert Wadlow The World's Tallest Man;" "Damn Cold and Starving" written with Sgt. Marion Ray; "You Can't Kill the Dream" co-written with fellow journalist Ande Yakstis; and "A Life in Parts," the story of Loretta Goebel and endorsed by Beatle Paul McCartney.
Dan, an avid exercise enthusiast, is a member of the American Diabetes Association and lives in Maryville. Dan has two children in college - Savannah and Sierra.
BETHALTO — The Civic Memorial student body, staff, and families are heartbroken today following the death of Drew Abernathy, a beloved student and athlete. Abernathy died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, in a tragic crash on East Airline Road when his vehicle struck an embankment on Butcha Road. Jaco...
GRAFTON — On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow and the city have taken significant steps to honor veterans with a new memorial project. The City of Grafton established a Veteran’s Commission in December 2022 to explore opportunities to honor veterans, leading...
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged Stacy Pollock, 62, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with forcible rape with a weapon. The charge stems from an incident that occurred on September 17, 1992, in the 2600 block of Parkhill Circle in South St. Louis County....
BRIGHTON — Ameren Illinois reported a power outage affecting approximately 1,500 customers in Brighton on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. The outage began at 3:53 p.m. due to a fuse malfunction inside a substation, Brian Bretsch, a public relations spokesperson for the utility company, said. "We ha...
GODFREY — Ed Wilson, a retiree with a passion for physical exercise and community service, has made a notable impact in his local area through his daily walking routine. Wilson, who walks three hours a day and covers approximately 100 miles each week, noticed trash accumulating along his route...
EDWARDSVILLE — One of the most exciting athletic performers in Edwardsville High School history - Malik Allen - recently finished his senior track and field season with another state triple jump championship for his team. Malik is a Spencer Homes Male Athlete of the Month for the Tigers. Edwardsville...
EDWARDSVILLE — The Edwardsville High School chamber orchestra, Bel Canto, and Acafellaz recently performed at the 1818 Chophouse restaurant for their Candlelight Concert Event, raising $800 for the choir and orchestra programs. "It was an elegant event and we are grateful that Chophouse reached...
JERSEY — Senior Sean Steinacher has wrapped up an exceptional athletic career at Jersey Community High School, which has been marked by standout performances in both shot put and discus. Steinacher achieved personal bests of 47-2.5 in the shot put in 2024 and 134-5.75 in the discus. Steinacher...
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - Three suspects have been charged after a robbery, resisting arrest and fleeing case in St. Louis County. The three face different charges in the case. On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges on suspects Craig Hudson, 36...
JERSEYVILLE — Senior soccer goalie Lauren Lyons has been named a Sparklight Female Athlete of the Month for Jersey Community High School. Lyons, a multi-sport athlete and standout student, was a key player for Coach Scott Burney’s squad this past season. “Lauren was an all-conference...
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