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.
ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School's tennis team has enjoyed a standout season, marked by impressive performances from its senior players and notable tournament successes. The team showcased its talent and determination throughout the year. This season, seniors Bradley Bower, Thomas Wendle, Rya...
GLEN CARBON – The McGivney Catholic Lady Griffins etched their names into the history books with an unforgettable 2024 track and field season, culminating in their victory as the Class 1A State Champions. The Griffins outscored Tuscola and El Paso Gridley with a total of 56.5 points at the stat...
ALTON — The 19th Annual Miles Davis Jazz Festival, themed "Soulful Youth," resonated deeply with attendees on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The event, held in Alton, celebrated not only jazz music but also the promising futures of its scholarship recipients. Jared Hennings, who served as the master...
EDWARDSVILLE — The Class of 2024 gathered on Saturday at Edwardsville High School (EHS) to celebrate their graduation, marking the culmination of an eventful year filled with memories and achievements. The ceremony took place in the school’s auditorium, attended by students, faculty,...
ALTON - The Reverend Garron C. Daniels, OCS, is the new Priest in Charge of the Episcopal Parish of Alton. The Episcopal Parish members said they are excited he will be the person taking over at their historic church. Father Garron previously served as the Curate at St. Timothy’s Episcopal...
ALTON - The Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office has released information about a settlement to resolve all pending issues concerning the March 30, 2024, seizures at the Studio 420 business and the state. This is the exact phrasing of some of the settlement between Studio 420 owner...
ALTON - A new mural in Alton commemorates the Mississippi River Festival. Located on the side of what was once the old Royal Office Products building on Broadway and Piasa Street, the mural showcases the Mississippi River Festival (MRF) logo with the addition of a hand and arm. There are several...
ALTON - Illinois American contractors are hard at work in the 15th and Belle Street intersection in Alton on Monday, June 3, 2024, on part of a major sewer project. Contractors are working on a sewer separation project for Illinois American Water and this has been done throughout other areas in Alton....
WOOD RIVER - East Alton-Wood River's Milla LeGette has one more year to participate in girls track and field in high school and is prepared to make the most of it. Milla just finished a very successful junior track and field season in the shot put and discus for the Oilers. Milla thanked her coaches...
ALTON - Sophomore Karly Davenport finished the 2024 season with a qualification to state. She twice broke the Marquette Catholic High School record in the 200 meters. She had a time of 26.19 at the sectional meet. Karly also stands out in volleyball for the Explorers. She posted a time of 26.62 i...
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