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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5 of the Best Airbnbs in Illinois With Stellar Views and Unique Experiences
From rentable treehouses, barns, and grain bins, there's a unique Airbnb for everyone's tastes in Illinois.
One Unique Wisconsin Attraction Wants You To Take a Hike…With Llamas This Summer
If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind experience to have with your family this summer, look no further than Midwest Llama Packing in Wisconsin.!
This Indoor Playground in Illinois Is the Ultimate Playdate For Your Kids
Don't let a rainy summer day get you down, take your kids for a full day of fun at Kiddy Club in Aurora, Illinois!
Gentle, Serene Days Are Long Gone At This Abandoned Wildlife Park in Illinois
For decades happy memories were made at White Pines Deer Park in Oregon, Illinois, but what it looks like today is just plain sad.
10 Cold Cases in Illinois That Will Send Chills Down Your Spine
These Illinois victims have gone identified for decades, do you have information that will help crack their case?
Immerse Yourself in Spring Beauty at This Illinois Farm’s New Tulip Fest
Kuipers Family Farm in Maple Park, Illinois is kicking off its first-ever Midwest Tulip Fest soon, and tickets are available now!
Illinois Man Honored for Devoting His Life In Service to the Marines
I am always in awe of anyone who has spent time in the armed forces. I know I couldn't handle the things they see and endure while serving our country, not to mention the grueling training they go through when beginning service. Honestly, I don't think I could be away from my family for months and years at a time, and I have the utmost respect for the people that can...
Why Are Egg Prices So Ridiculously High In Illinois Right Now?
A nationwide breakout of bird flu has made egg prices hit historically high levels.
4 Things the Movie A League Of Their Own Got Wrong About the Rockford Peaches
The movie 'A League Of Their Own' may paint a pretty picture of the Rockford Peaches, but did they do the real team justice?
Terrifying Illinois Mansion Is So Haunted it Sat Vacant for Nearly 50 Years
The history of the Schweppe Mansion outside of Chicago is so sordid it sat vacant for nearly 50 years, but someone actually bought it in 2020.