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.
EDWARDSVILLE – SIUE men's golf Head Coach Derrick Brown has added experience to his roster with the announcement of transfer Will Simpson (Pella, Iowa) from Troy University. "I am very excited for Will to join the program," Brown said. "He brings two years of experience from a good program...
SHILOH — A routine patrol by the Shiloh Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals early Tuesday morning after officers discovered a significant amount of cannabis in their vehicle. At approximately 12 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, officers observed a suspicious vehicle parked...
BELLEVILLE – A leadership panel discussion titled "The Power of Mentorship - Women Supporting Women" is set to take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, in the Scott Air Force Base auditorium in Belleville. The event will feature prominent leaders including General Jacqueline...
JERSEYVILLE — The Jersey County Fair saw the crowning of its new royalty on Saturday night, with Emma McCormick named Miss Jersey County 2024. The pageant, held at the fairgrounds, also recognized Kylie Muntz as Little Miss Jersey County. McCormick and Muntz were selected from a group o...
EAST ALTON — Mary Jane, a long-time patron of Sip & Play Wine and Gaming Cafe, won $15,000 as part of J&J Gaming’s 95th Anniversary Sweepstakes, a statewide event in Illinois that selected eight winners. The win was announced at the gaming parlor and wine bar located at 9th and Airline...
GRANITE CITY — With less than 40 days remaining until the start of the 2024-25 school year, a flurry of projects are in the works within the Granite City School District No. 9, officials said. Chris Mitchell, manager of communications and transportation for the Granite City School District,...
ALTON — The Alton Renegades have organized a GoFundMe campaign as they search for a new home after a sinkhole developed in the Gordon Moore Park fields. Tony Davis, a representative of the Renegades, announced that the organization plans to set up a new field at Woodland Park, where they...
ALTON – A media event is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at Gordon F. Moore Park, 4550 College Ave., Alton, to provide an update on the sinkhole situation affecting the soccer fields and the park closure. The event will feature Alton Mayor David Goins and New Frontier Materials...
ALTON — Gracie Piar, a standout member of the Alton Marquette women's golf team, achieved a significant milestone this past weekend in Minnesota by qualifying for the 2024 USGA Amateur Golf Tournament in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The 20-year-old golfer secured her spot with an impressive performance,...
BETHALTO – James Woody, affectionately known as "Woody," has always had a knack for building. From starting his construction business right out of high school to now enjoying his days watching the ongoing renovations at Cedarhurst of Bethalto, Woody's life has been deeply intertwined with the...
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