Shannon Zimmerman

I am Mommy to two beautiful girls and three crazy dogs, so my house is full of love and lots of hair. My husband Spencer and I love spending time with our littles, but while they’re sleeping I craft and he plays handyman since we are consumed with remodeling our home DIY style. I am a proud Rockfordian since birth, so I am passionate about the people, happenings, and assets of this city. If you want to get on my good side, show me a puppy and give me lots of chocolate and Keith Urban.

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Popular Byron Pub Is Closing

By Shannon Zimmerman 3 days ago

On July 2, 2017 downtown Byron will be hopping as one favorite pub and eatery celebrates its "last hurrah".

Category: Local News Tags: byron

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Rock Valley College Offers Discounted Dental Services

By Shannon Zimmerman 1 week ago

Going to the dentist isn't cheap, especially if you don't have dental insurance that covers preventative care. That's why Rock Valley College offers discounted dental care in exchange for a couple hours of your time.

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This Duck In Durand Can’t Walk Without Our Help

By Shannon Zimmerman 1 week ago

Snuggles the duck is a new resident at Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Durand. Due to a birth defect in his left leg, Snuggles cannot walk without the help of a tiny wheelchair, and Hoo Haven is hoping to take the duck's rehabilitation even further. This is where you and I come in.

Category: Local News Tags: animals, rockford

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Magic Waters Waterpark to Be Featured on the Travel Channel

By Shannon Zimmerman 2 weeks ago

I made a discovery recently that is pretty exciting for Rockford; it appears that Magic Waters Waterpark will soon be featured on a show for the Travel Channel.

Category: Local News Tags: rockford

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Rockford City Market Introducing New Food Festival This July

By Shannon Zimmerman 2 weeks ago

Mark your calendars now for Rockford's first ever "Bite Nite" happening on July 22, 2017.

Category: Local News Tags: rockford, Rockford City Market

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Section of Alpine Road in Loves Park to Close On Tuesday

By Shannon Zimmerman 2 weeks ago

A section of Alpine Road will be closed down on Tuesday, June 13 for sanitary repairs. You may want to avoid this area tomorrow to save yourself some time.

Category: Local News Tags: construction, loves park

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Take a Beer or Pizza Cruise This Summer on Rockford’s Forest City Queen

By Shannon Zimmerman 3 weeks ago

If your idea of a perfect Rockford evening involves beer, pizza, and taking in the beauty of downtown along the Rock River, you need to book a specialty cruise on the Forest City Queen right now.

Category: Local News Tags: rockford, summer

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What to Do Memorial Day Weekend in Rockford

By Shannon Zimmerman May 25, 2017

The first holiday weekend of the summer is almost here, and there's plenty of fun for everyone happening in the Rockford area. This is where you need to take the family this weekend.

Category: Articles, Local News Tags: memorial day, rockford

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