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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Iconic New Casino Sets Opening Date For Rockford this Summer
The date so many people in Illinois have been impatiently waiting for is almost here...the grand opening of Hard Rock Casino Rockford!
Have You Heard the Terrifying Legend About Illinois’ Homey the Clown?
In the early 1990s people in Illinois were reporting seeing a creepy clown stalking children in the Chicago area, but are these accounts actually true?
Wisconsin’s ‘G Spot Bar'; It’s Not As Hard to Find As You Think
The quirky name of this dive bar in Wisconsin might bring in more people than the drinks do.
Macy’s Announces Big Changes; Will Illinois Stores Be Closing?
After reporting declining sales in 2023, Macy's has announced some big changes ahead including closing stores and pivoting to a more 'luxurious" image.
BEWARE! Red Flag Fire Warning Issued For Most of Illinois
Enjoy the unseasonably warm weather in Illinois today, but be cautious as a Red Flag Fire Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service.
Did You Know One Wisconsin Tombstone Oozes Blood During a Full Moon?
Have you heard that Appleton, Wisconsin is home to a mysterious and slightly terrifying tombstone that many people claim oozes blood during a full moon?
Watch Charlie Berens Make An Old Fashioned During Surprise Appearance at One Illinois Bar
After 2 shows at the Coronado Performing Arts Center in Rockford, Illinois Saturday night, Charlie Berens popped by a bar to make an Old Fashioned.
Drunk Man Arrested After Mistaking A Wisconsin Police Station for His Hotel
It's a common saying; drunk people don't make good decisions, and one man in Marshfield, Wisconsin just found that out the hard way.
Why Are Barn Quilts a Big Thing For Farms in Illinois and Wisconsin?
Have you ever been driving in Illinois or Wisconsin and noticed a barn with a big quilt hanging on the outside? There's a pretty significant reason it is there.
Experience Farm Life At These 3 Unique Vacation Spots In Wisconsin
If you've always wanted to experience what farm life is like, plan a visit to one of these 3 vacation destinations in Wisconsin!