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.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2 PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS ROUNDUP CARLINVILLE 45, CARROLLTON 40: Isabella Tiburzi, who recently went over the 1,000 career point mark, led Carlinville with 17 points to help the Cavaliers take the win over Carrollton at the Carlinville Big House. In addition to Tiburzi,...
BELLEVILLE — The search for Chris Sins, a 39-year-old man reported missing in the desert near Bouse, Ariz., has ended tragically with the discovery of his remains. His family is now focused on bringing him home to the Millstadt area for a proper burial. Chris Sins was last seen approximately...
ALTON — Major John Franke is set to retire from the Alton Police Department after more than 29 years of service, marking the end of a distinguished career that has seen him hold numerous roles within the department. Franke, who has served as a Patrol Officer, Detective, Special Response Team...
ALTON — A semi-truck struck a utility pole at the intersection of 20th and Alby streets in Alton on Tuesday morning, Dec. 3, 2024, causing temporary disruption to a nearby city security camera. The driver initially fled the scene but later returned to acknowledge involvement in the incident....
GLEN CARBON – In a tightly contested overtime matchup, the Father McGivney Catholic Knights edged out the Marquette Catholic Explorers 42-39 on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at McGivney. The game showcased a fierce rivalry as both teams fought for dominance on the court. Father McGivney head coach...
EAST ST. LOUIS — For the second time this year, police are investigating a homicide at the McDonald’s restaurant located at 588 N. 24th St. in East St. Louis. The latest incident occurred on Monday night, Dec. 2, 2024, when a person was found shot multiple times around 7:36 p.m., according...
ROXANA - Calhoun-Brussels jumped out to a 24-5 lead in the first quarter, and went on to a 64-38 win over Roxana in a regular season game Monday night at Larry Milazzo Memorial Gym. The Warriors evened their record at 1-1, while the Shells dropped their home opener and are now 3-2 on the young...
STAUNTON - Staunton High School head boys basketball coach Ty Laux and his Bulldogs came away with Roxana Hoopsgiving Tournament wins over Freeburg, Marquette Catholic and over Southwestern in the third-place game. The Bulldogs lost to East St. Louis. Staunton defeated Southwestern 50-38 in the...
GRAFTON - Cindy Lou Who’s question, “Where are you, Christmas?” was answered with enthusiasm by Grafton on Friday evening, Nov. 29, 2024, at its annual tree lighting in The Grove Memorial Park. The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in this small river town with its decorated...
ALTON - Civic Memorial cross country and track coach Jake Peal led a group of Eagles runners that finished in the top five of the 65th annual Great River Road Run, presented by the Alton Road Runners Club, held on Saturday morning along the Alton Riverfront. Peal won the race with a time of 58:43.6,...
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