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.
ALTON - On Thursday, July 25, 2024, a grand jury indictment of former Alton Police Officer Jeremiah Dressler was announced on charges of Theft Over $10,000, Theft by Deception Over $10,000, and three counts of Wire Fraud. Alton Police Jarrett Ford said the theft involved monies belonging to Police...
GRANITE CITY - Granite City wrestler Dawson Hawthorne is one athlete who has enormous potential after his breakout freshman season. Granite City Varsity Head Wrestling Coach John Venne said Hawthorne, who has won more than 20 matches for the Warriors, is following in the long line of outstanding wrestler...
EAST ST. LOUIS – In an effort to foster stronger ties between residents and law enforcement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of Illinois, alongside event organizers and police officials, is inviting the East St. Louis community to participate in National Night Out....
EDWARDSVILLE - The Madison County Sheriff's Office announced significant changes to its personnel this week, with a promotion and a new hire reshaping the team. Shannon Hudson has been promoted to the rank of sergeant in the patrol division. Sheriff Jeff Conner expressed his support for Hudson, stating...
BELLEVILLE — Multiple Belleville firefighters attended a Firemanship Conference in Aurora recently, joining colleagues from other departments for intensive training and lectures. The event, which spanned three days of lectures and two days of hands-on classes, featured some of the most prominent...
ALTON — Alton Mayor David Goins provided an update on the morning of Thursday, July 25, 2024, regarding the ongoing efforts to address the recent collapse of New Frontier Materials' limestone mine, which resulted in a significant crater at Gordon Moore Park. The mayor emphasized the importance...
ALTON – C.J. Nasello, host of the popular "Our Daily Show!" on Riverbender.com , is again stepping up to support the community, this time with raffle ticket sales for the Christmas In July event at Freer Auto Body . Nasello announced on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, that he has 48 raffle tickets...
GODFREY - The offerings for this year’s annual Christmas In July 2024 for the Community Christmas raffle event at Freer Auto Body are once again sensational. Tickets for the raffle will be available at the event set for 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, at Freer Auto Body...
ALTON - Children attending St. Mary's Catholic Church and School's Vacation Bible School received a unique glimpse into law enforcement this past week. Officers and detectives from the local police department provided demonstrations and a guided tour through their facilities. The event, held at the...
EDWARDSVILLE - Alexis Stock, a star athlete at Metro East Lutheran High School, has been named a BJ's Printables Female Athlete of the Month. Stock, a versatile athlete, excels on not only the Knights soccer team but also in volleyball and basketball. Her father, Rob Stock, serves as an assistant...
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