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.
COLLINSVILLE — Firefighters and paramedics from the Collinsville Fire Department, along with personnel from neighboring departments, completed ventilation training recently at Collinsville Fire Station One. The training was conducted by the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) and focused...
GRANITE CITY – A new comedy show will be playing locally at Patrick’s Bar and Grill following a nearby toy and comic book convention. Following the Midwest Toy and Comic Fest Presents: Side Quest Granite City, Cryptid Comix will be hosting a comedy night at Patrick’s Bar and...
ALTON — The Alton River Dragons secured a decisive 12-2 victory over the Jackson Rockabillys on Sunday night, June 8, 2025, fueled by a strong offensive start and effective pitching. The game took place at home, with Alton jumping out to an early lead and maintaining control throughout. Th...
ALTON - The Summer Volleyball League 2025 in Alton, now in its ninth year, is providing boys and girls entering fourth through 12th grades in the local area an opportunity to play volleyball during the summer months. The league began in June and will conclude at the end of July, with 162 players...
ALTON — The 36th annual Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair welcomed families to the National Great Rivers Museum on Saturday, June 7, 2025, offering free fishing activities, educational exhibits, and entertainment designed to connect children and adults with outdoor recreation and natural resources....
COLLINSVILLE - The Collinsville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Michael A. Pinson, who has an active felony warrant for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. Authorities released the information on Fugitive Friday, June 6, 2025, as part of their ongoing effort...
BELLEVILLE — A 60-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle Friday evening, June 6, 2025, on Centreville Avenue, the Belleville Police Department reported. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of Centreville Avenue. Officers responding to the scene found the...
EDWARDSVILLE — Edwardsville High School celebrated its graduating class of 2025 on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Vadalbene Center at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The EHS gymnasium venue was chosen due to flooring renovations scheduled at the high school this summer. School officials...
O'FALLON/SHILOH - O'Fallon-Shiloh EMS has appointed Jeremy Sherman as its first-ever EMS chief, marking a historic milestone for the department. The announcement was made and highlights Sherman's dedication, leadership, and commitment to service. Sherman’s promotion represents a significant...
GRANITE CITY - Madison County Coroner Nicholas P. Novacich has identified Montie Eugene Ritchie, 34, of Granite City, as the man who died Thursday, June 5, 2025, following a traffic crash in Granite City. Ritchie was operating a Suzuki motorcycle and was the sole occupant when the vehicle struck ...
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