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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Is America’s Most Disgusting Dive Bar In Wisconsin?
The White Creek Tavern in White Creek, Wisconsin sets a whole new level for "dive bar" and that is NOT a good thing.
One Cold Case Group Believes Jimmy Hoffa Is Buried in Wisconsin
A group called The Case Breakers believes an old playing card message proves Jimmy Hoffa is buried under the old Milwaukee County Stadium in Wisconsin.
Watch Out For One of These Fierce Creatures Hiding In Wisconsin and Illinois
If you're ever taking a walk in the woods and see a brown furry animal with a long body and tail that resembles a big weasel, turn around and run!
6 Disgusting Bugs You Need to Watch Out For This Summer in Wisconsin
Ticks and mosquitoes may get all the credit for being dangerous bugs you need to watch out for in Wisconsin, but it turns out the state is home to 6 more.
10 Creepy Illinois Urban Legends That Are Too Weird to Be True
When it comes to urban legends, Illinois has its fair share, but these 10 bizarre ones really weird us out.
Five Illinois Resorts That Are Perfect For a Family Vacation
Looking for a place to take a family vacation this summer? Here are 5 great family-friendly resorts you need to check out in Illinois!
2 Reasons You Should Never Touch A Mound of Leaves in an Illinois Tree
Have you ever noticed a big mound of leaves high up in a tree and thought, what the heck is that?
Wisconsin Man Proposes to Girlfriend With Her Mom’s Stolen Ring
A man in Wisconsin just found himself single and arrested after his proposal had a way too familiar ring to it.
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?