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 - Rob Lenhardt of Mac’s and Cory Jobe, the president/CEO of the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau, said they expect this weekend with the Powerboat Championships and the Mississippi River Festival event at the Alton Amphitheater to make for the biggest weekend in Downtown Alton in...
ST. LOUIS - A 19-year-old has been charged with one count of murder, along with other charges in a case that occurred in St. Louis. On Friday, June 21, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges on suspect Terry Thomas, 19, of St. Louis for Murder Second Degree, Robbery...
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - A man has been charged with counts of forgery after allegedly attempting to pass counterfeit checks at different bank locations in Missouri. On Thursday, June 20, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges on suspect Mark Buckler, 53 years of...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The University of Louisville's Jayden Ulrich has been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Outdoor Women's Field Performer of the Year, the league office announced Thursday, June 20, 2024. This accolade follows a season where Ulrich, a junior, achieved remarkable success, includin...
GLEN CARBON – In a standout moment of the area girls' soccer season, Father McGivney Catholic secured the IHSA Regional crown with a commanding 7-0 victory over Trenton-Wesclin. The match, held at the Glen Carbon field, saw Rachel Kretzer emerge as a pivotal player, scoring a hat trick to lead...
BETHALTO – Civic Memorial High School's recent graduate Shelby Quick has been recognized as the Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athlete of the Month for the Eagles. Quick, a multi-sport athlete, has excelled in cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track during her high school career....
EDWARDSVILLE — In a historical moment for the Edwardsville Police Department, Kimberly Reiniger was sworn in as a sergeant during the Tuesday, June 18, 2024, City Council meeting. Reiniger, who has served with the department for nearly 11 years, is the first female sergeant in the history...
ALTON — The Alton area is in for a musical treat this week when popular local baritone Jared Hennings will be the featured performer at the Alton Municipal Band concerts. Hennings will perform with the other Alton Muny Band members at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Riverview Par...
BETHALTO - The Bethalto Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying an individual observed in the Kutter Aljet subdivision near Erwin Plegge Boulevard at approximately 5 a.m. on Monday, June 17, 2024. The Bethalto Police said the individual was seen entering a vehicle and taking...
PIASA — Southwestern’s girls' trap-skeet squad members have had an impressive 2024 season, earning high ranks and accolades. The junior varsity team secured third place in the state, while the female novice team also ranked third. The Southwestern girls have been named Altonized Community...
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