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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Are the Rockford Peaches Making a Comeback in The New Women’s Professional Baseball League?
A new Women's Professional Baseball League is coming in 2026, will the Rockford Peaches be a part of it?
3 New Exciting Things Coming to Rockford’s 2024 Stroll On State Celebration
One of Illinois' biggest and best holiday celebrations, Stroll On State in Rockford, is debuting 3 new attractions for 2024.
Santa Is Coming to Rockford Soon, But His Nice List Giveaways Begin This Week
Santa Claus is coming to CherryVale Mall in Rockford, Illinois soon, but we have the chance to score free stuff for being on his "nice list" starting November 1st.
Mysterious ‘Flying Winged Humanoid’ Spotted Again in Illinois
The legend of the Illinois Mothman, a mysterious, flying winged humanoid, has once again taken flight with a new report of the creature being spotted near Chicago.
Why This Mysterious Illinois Gravesite Might Leave You in Tears
The mysterious tale of the Witch Baby Grave in Rockton, Illinois has captivated locals for generations, with reports of supernatural occurrences and eerie phenomena.
Wisconsin’s New Family Entertainment Venue Is A Tribute To One Beloved Citizen
Henry Dorrbaker's Pub & Play is a new family-friendly attraction opening soon in Beloit, Wisconsin.
One Candy Northern Illinois Residents Have Banned This Halloween
The people of Northern Illinois have spoken...there is one Halloween candy that must NOT be placed in any trick-or-treat bags this Halloween.
The One Thing Illinois Residents Should Never Do With Old Pumpkins
As we get ready to say goodbye to Halloween and hello to the holiday season, there's one very important thing to remember when you're getting rid of old pumpkins.
Join the Fun at Illinois’ Spooktacular Beetlejuice Pop-Up Experience
This new pop-up experience in Chicago, Illinois is a must-visit for anyone who’s ever uttered the iconic phrase, “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice.”
Are You Brave Enough To Explore The 10 of Most Haunted Places In Illinois?
Discover the spookier side of Illinois with a tour of 10 of the most haunted places in the entire state.