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.
PIASA - Marcus Payne, a standout pitcher for Southwestern High, concluded his 2024 season with an impressive 10-1 record on the mound and also batted .291 with 30 hits and 17 RBIs. Payne is an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month for the Piasa Birds. Payne's achievements...
GRAFTON — The Grafton Art Gallery is set to launch a series of art classes and workshops, starting with the "Rules of Abstract Art Workshop" from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, led by Tom Dailey. This inaugural session has a limited number of seats remaining for those eager to delve...
TROY - The Troy Police Department seeks the public’s assistance identifying two individuals captured in a surveillance video. The footage is linked to a series of vehicle burglaries and stolen automobiles. Authorities released the video early Monday morning, urging anyone who recognizes...
ALTON - Michael Haynes, the Alton Park and Recreation Director, has officially resigned from his position. Haynes confirmed his decision on Tuesday afternoon, July 30, 2024, stating that he has accepted a new role as Director of Operations and Special Projects at Tower Grove Park in the City of St....
BELLEVILLE – The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Public Safety Enforcement Group (PSEG) announced the arrest of Robert E. Hyde Jr., 48, of Belleville, on charges of First Degree Murder, a Class M Felony. On June 12, 2024, PSEG agents were called by the East St. Louis...
JERSEYVILLE – Cameron Judkins is poised to make significant strides for the Jersey Community High School boys track and field team. A standout member of the 4x100, 4x200, and 4x400 relays, Judkins has been named a Sparklight Male Athlete of the Month for Jersey. "He will be the number one sprinte...
(This is one in a series of stories about featured art at the Edwardsville Art Fair in Downtown Edwardsville) EDWARDSVILLE - Three ceramic artists are showcasing their unique approaches to the medium, bringing a variety of styles and techniques to Edwardsville Art Fair from Sept. 27-29, 2024. Dana...
BELLEVILLE — Schnuck Markets, Inc. said on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, that it is recalling Schnucks 90/10 Fresh Lean Ground Beef produced and sold on July 29, 2024, at its 800 Carlyle Avenue store in Belleville. The ground beef may contain plastic wrap, according to company officials. Customers...
ST. LOUIS COUNTY — Authorities have identified the victims of a double homicide that occurred in the 9400 block of Olive Boulevard in the city of Olivette. The deceased are Mason McMahan, 16, of the 1700 block of Spruce Drive in High Ridge, and Teriq Lewis-Rushing, 18, of the 2400 block of Rusti...
BELLEVILLE - The City of Belleville has listed multiple cooling sites within the community with the Excessive Heat Warning in effect until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024. Residents are urged to take precautions as temperatures are expected to soar. Cooling sites have been set up throughout the...
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