Meet Shannon Zimmerman, aka, Lil Zim; Q98.5’s own crafting queen, animal lover, chocolate aficionado, and country music enthusiast who has been helping you start your day since 2010 and stands at a whopping 5 feet 2 inches tall. (hence the nickname). Off the mic, Shannon is a devoted mom to two daughters, three dogs, and a cat. She loves her hometown of Rockford, Illinois, raising awareness for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and writing about and reading true-crime stories.
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Unique Walking Tour Unveils Chicago’s Biggest Architectural Mistakes
Discover a new side of Chicago's architecture with Tours with Mike, exploring the city's quirky and unusual buildings in a humorous and educational way.
Popular Rockford Food Truck Is Opening a New Restaurant in Loves Park Soon
Rockford food truck favorite Easy Tiger just announced their first restaurant is coming soon in Loves Park, IL! Get the details on where and when it is opening.
Looking for UFOs? Head to The Small Wisconsin Town of Dundee!
Three towns in Wisconsin claim to be the UFO capital of the state, and all three of them have a history of sightings to back those claims.
6 Easy Ways to Win The War With Wasps in Illinois This Spring & Summer
Uncover the secrets to deterring annual wasp invasions in Illinois using items commonly found in homes like paper lunch bags, and dryer sheets.
4 Popular Fast Food Chains That May Say Goodbye to Illinois This Year
Alright Illinois, we might need to prepare ourselves for some burger-less meals ahead, because rumors are swirling about four national fast-food chains calling it quits in 2024.
A New Italian Restaurant Will Soon Say “Ciao” To Rockford’s Der Rathskeller
Move over bratwurst, make way for the marinara! Rockford's Der Rathskeller is getting a flavorful facelift, and we can't wait to dig in.
Why Wild Yards Are Welcome in Illinois and Wisconsin Next Month
Illinois and Wisconsin cities are urging homeowners to skip lawn mowing for the entire month of May.
6 of the Worst Serial Killers in Illinois History
Did you know that two of the world's worst and most famous serial killers were from Illinois?
Why Is This Weird Pyramid in One Wisconsin Park?
Hoyt Park in Madison, Wisconsin is home to a mysterious pyramid that is hard to find and has been the subject of public speculation for decades.
5 Unique Birthday Party Venues In the Rockford, IL Area
Host a memorable birthday party without breaking the bank at one of these 5 unique venues in Rockford, Illinois.