Dalton Brown joined Riverbender.com in January of 2022. He grew up in Jerseyville and graduated from Jersey Community High School in 2017. Dalton earned a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) with a major in Mass Communications and a minor in Political Science.
During his time at SIUE, Dalton worked as a Copy Editor for The Alestle, the university’s news organization with print and online operations. As a small, student-run newspaper, he often found himself filling the role of reporter and writer and regularly wrote news, lifestyle, and opinion pieces for The Alestle. He received recognition from the Illinois College Press Association for his writing.
Dalton also interned at The Hauser Group, a St. Louis-based Public Relations firm with several clients around the Greater St. Louis area and beyond. During his internship, he wrote newsletter content, social media posts, and several press releases which were featured in publications including Riverbender.com, the Alton Telegraph, the St. Louis Business Journal, and more.
Dalton now covers local business, government/politics, crime, and general news for Riverbender.com.
KANE - A three-vehicle crash reported Tuesday morning on U.S. Highway 67 near Kane resulted in one death and multiple injuries, according to information released by the Illinois State Police. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department, Greene County EMS, and Illinois State Police responded...
ALTON - A new “fountain frog” is coming to the fountain island display at State and Belle Streets in Alton after a thief stole the last one. After the story went viral on Facebook , an outpouring of community support has led to fundraising efforts to replace the frog. Those interested...
JERSEYVILLE - Several Jersey Community High School students were recently awarded with scholarships up to $1,500 for their academic success, strong character, leadership, and involvement in the Panther Athletic Club (PAC). Kari Krueger and Drake Goetten were presented with the Don Snyders Academic...
JERSEYVILLE - One individual was charged with domestic battery while another was arrested on aggravated DUI charges last week in Jersey County, according to recent court filings. Ryan L. Powers, 40, of Grafton, was charged with domestic battery and unlawful restraint. According to court documents,...
ALTON - Dave Emmons, local author and host of the Dave Emmons Show , recently discussed his personal experiences with the supernatural and his new book, “Angels and Supernatural Entities: The Alien Angel Connection” on a recent episode of Our Daily Show! on RiverBender.com . The...
TROY - Integrity Spine and Joint Center will be celebrating 10 years in business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and food trucks offering sweet treats throughout the day on June 1. The ribbon-cutting will start at 8:30 a.m. followed by the treat trucks, and visitors will have a chance to stop by,...
EDWARDSVILLE - Lisa Webb, owner and managing broker of Third Street Realty, discussed real estate rules and regulations during the first “Third On Third” segment on Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com . Future segments will air on the third Wednesday of each month, when Webb and Third...
ALTON - The Fosterburg Fire Protection District is getting ready to host their 2nd Annual Meet & Greet event. The family-friendly community event will be held on June 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Emmanuel Free Methodist Church, located at 3993 Fosterburg Road in Alton. Lieutenant Jay Wright...
JERSEYVILLE - The Jersey Community High School Class of 2023 celebrated their graduation ceremony on Mother’s Day last Sunday, and Principal Jason Brunaugh congratulated the students and their friends and families on their achievement. “It has been a true pleasure to watch all of...
WOOD RIVER - Wood River City Council members narrowly voted to rescind an ordinance that would have allowed a dispensary to open in downtown Wood River after hearing several residents speak in favor of the business. The decision will now go to the voters in the form of a binding referendum on th...
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