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.
WOOD RIVER - The annual Downtown Trick or Treat event is set to return to Wood River from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. Local businesses will welcome children from the area to walk along Ferguson Avenue and collect treats at participating locations. Kristen Burns, Executive Director of...
ST. LOUIS – The Missouri Department of Transporation announced on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, that the Stan Musial Veterans Memorial Bridge (I-70) is set to reopen to downtown St. Louis today after being closed for two days due to a fire at an abandoned building adjacent to the bridge. The Illinois...
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - On Monday, October 7, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced the issuance of summonses for four individuals involved in a protest that escalated into a confrontation with law enforcement on July 24, 2024. The suspects, identified as Malak Hamed,...
ALTON - The City of Alton has renewed its municipal electricity aggregation program with Homefield Energy, aiming to shield residents from fluctuating electricity supply rates. The new agreement, which will take effect in December 2024, will provide a fixed rate of $0.09054 per kilowatt hour (kWh),...
EDWARDSVILLE — The Father McGivney Griffins secured a decisive victory against Staunton in a high school volleyball match on Monday night, Oct. 14, 2024, with the varsity team winning in straight sets, 26-24, 25-23, and 27-25. The win improved the Griffins' overall record to 19-8, while...
GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney High School hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness volleyball game on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, featuring a spirited match between Father McGivney Catholic and Staunton's girls' volleyball team. The event aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer, a cause that resonates...
O'FALLON - A petition has emerged calling for the reconsideration of an Illinois High School Association (IHSA) rule that led to the ban of a freshman O'Fallon student-athlete from his school's cross-country team. The petition, initiated by Madelyn Hindia on October 15, 2024, seeks to draw attention...
ALTON — Jay Keeven, a candidate for the 112th District State House of Representatives, is addressing voter concerns as the November election approaches. With just three weeks until Election Day on November 5, Keeven has engaged with constituents about pressing issues such as property taxes,...
GRANITE CITY — Marquette Girls Volleyball showcased a dominant performance on Monday, defeating the Granite City Warriors 2-0 in a non-conference match. The victory, which took place at Granite City, improved Marquette’s season record to 12-17 overall. In the first set, Marquette edged...
BETHALTO - Students in Brett Kalker’s radio class at Civic Memorial High School had a unique educational experience on their recent visit to the Lewis and Clark Community College radio and broadcast station. The event provided students with hands-on opportunities to engage in various aspects...
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