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.
PONTOON BEACH/BELLEVILLE - A pair of local licensed cannabis dispensaries will receive a significant amount of funds from Round II of the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program, Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024....
ALTON — What began as a small initiative seven years ago has grown into a significant community event, thanks to the efforts of Jiuana and Efrem Evans. On Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, the couple organized a backpack giveaway at the Alton Middle School Annex Gym, providing over 300 backpacks to...
ALTON – The fourth season of Movie Nights at James Killion Park launched with a "resounding success," one of the coordinators, Sheila Goins, said. The event, held on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, saw hundreds of children in attendance and was described as a "beautiful vibe of excitement and community,"...
FERGUSON, Mo. – In the early hours of Saturday, August 10, 2024, Officer Travis “TJ” Brown was critically injured while serving the Ferguson community. He is currently in critical condition, surrounded by his loved ones, as he bravely fights for his life. A GoFundMe fundraiser organiz...
GRANITE CITY — The Granite City School District #9 celebrated a successful opening day welcoming back teachers and staff in preparation for the student's return. The event featured guest speakers, including David J. Flood, a youth motivational speaker, Stephanie Scheffel from the United...
BETHALTO — At the recent Bethalto Village Board meeting, Sgt. Jack Wofford and Ptl. Daymond Lynn were honored by Chief Jason Lamb for their exemplary conduct during a shooting incident in East Alton in May. The officers were recognized for their assistance to the East Alton Police Department...
GRANITE CITY – In a heartfelt ceremony today, Firefighter Matt Clark was promoted from Engineer to Captain within the Granite City Fire Department. The event marked the conclusion of the department's promotion ceremonies. Clark, a 17-year veteran of the department, received his new gold badge...
BELLEVILLE — The St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, that it has filed charges against a Belleville man in connection with a death investigation that began on August 11. On Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, the Belleville Police Department presented...
ALTON - Alton Mayor David Goins and staff have invited media to a press conference for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, at Alton City Hall, on the mine subsidence at Gordon Moore Park and what the mayor describes as "reopening plans." City of Alton City Council Coordinator Bianca R. Jackson said:...
EDWARDSVILLE — Chappy's Fried Chicken & Burgers, a long-standing establishment in the Edwardsville community, has permanently closed its doors at 1031 Century Drive. The closure marks the end of the restaurant that became known for its burgers, fried chicken, fries, appetizers, and shakes offered...
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