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.
GODFREY – The annual Freer Auto Body Cookies and Cocoa event, a cherished local tradition, took on added significance this year as area students contributed their efforts to support the Community Christmas campaign. The Cookies and Coca event took place this past Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, and...
BELLEVILLE — The Belleville Police Department welcomed two new officers to its ranks on Thursday following graduation from the Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy Session 154. Officer Ortiz-Medina and Officer Headen are now poised to begin a comprehensive four-phase Field Training...
EAST ALTON - Two girls reported missing in East Alton have been located safe, according to Police Chief Scott Gollicke. The announcement was made on Monday morning, December 9, 2024. Chief Gollicke stated that the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the girls' disappearance is ongoing....
ALTON - The Alton High School Boys and Girls Bowling teams competed at the Abe Lincoln Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at King Pin Lanes in Springfield. Both teams faced tough competition, finishing fourth in their respective categories. The girls’ team encountered strong performances...
ALTON - Alton Police Correctional Officer Abrielle Roy has graduated from the SWIC Corrections Officer Academy, marking a significant milestone in her career in law enforcement. The graduation ceremony took place recently, celebrating her dedication and commitment to serving the community. Roy's...
GLEN CARBON – Thijson Heard was the game’s leading scorer with an incredible 39 points as Metro-East Lutheran came back from an 11-point deficit in the third quarter to take a 69-64 win over Father McGivney Catholic in a very entertaining game Friday night at the McGivney gym. I...
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS - Mueller Furniture, a family-owned business rooted in the Belleville community since 1927, has expanded its operations with a new location in Fairview Heights. This new facility, which features a 55,000-square-foot showroom, aims to provide customers with an all-in-one shopping...
ALTON - A six-year-old boy in Austin, Texas, is drawing attention to a piece of history through his fascination with Robert Wadlow, the tallest man ever recorded. Michael, the son of Bethany Bastura, has been captivated by Wadlow's story for months and chose to honor him by dressing as the towering...
EDWARDSVILLE - After playing to a tight 10-10 tie at halftime, Kaylea Lacey hit for eight points in a decisive third quarter 11-1 run that helped Alton come away with 41-24 win over Edwardsville in both teams' Southwestern Conference opener Thursday night at Lucco-Jackson Gym in Edwardsville...
GLEN CARBON – Coach Cory Clouser and the Father McGivney Catholic High School boys basketball team have made a strong impression early in the 2024-2025 season, boasting a record of four wins against just one loss. The team recently achieved a milestone by winning the Mulberry Grove Thanksgiving...
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