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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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.
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.
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.
Rumor Has It The Best Pizza In Wisconsin Can Be Found At One Tiny Bar in Madison
Next time you travel to Madison, Wisconsin make sure you hunt down Greenbush Bar for a truly delicious pizza experience!
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.
10 Rockford Businesses Residents Think Would Be Better With a Bar
Just for fun, we wanted to know what Rockford businesses would be better if they had a bar inside it, and the answers we got from residents did not disappoint.