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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Do You Know About Illinois’ Strong Ties to the Raggedy Ann Doll?
We all know what Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls look like, but did you know they started as a special gift from one Illinois man to his daughter?
Is Turning Your Car Around to Avoid a DUI Checkpoint Illegal in Illinois?
Here's one thing you probably shouldn't do the next time you come across a sobriety checkpoint on an Illinois road.
One of Illinois’ Best Fall Attractions Just Closed…Forever
Didier Farms in Lincolnshire, Illinois just made the shocking announcement that they are permanently closing their doors.
One Popular Illinois Ranch Offers Horseback Rides You Won’t Want to Miss This Winter
Looking for a quick and fun getaway for your family this winter? Check out the Winter Fun at White Pines Ranch in Oregon, Illinois.
Don’t Miss These 5 Fun Halloween Events Happening in The Rockford Area This Weekend
The Rockford area has a TON of family-friendly Halloween events going on this weekend! Here are 5 you definitely don't want to miss.
This Haunted Experience in Wisconsin Hands Out FINGERNAILS to Some Lucky Visitors
Forest of Freaks in Janesville is Wisconsin's longest and scariest outdoor experience, and you may even receive a fingernail as a parting gift!
Were Illinois Residents Just Given A Pass For Raking Their Leaves This Fall?
Experts say we might want to skip raking up the leaves in Illinois this year.
4 Rockford Area Haunted Houses That Are So Scary You’ll Pee Your Pants
If terror is what you crave every year when Halloween rolls around, then these four haunted houses in the Rockford area are ready to deliver what you need!
Don’t Miss the 3 Best Ghost Hunts Happening in Northern Illinois This October
Are you brave enough to go on an actual ghost hunt of the three most haunted places in Rockford, Illinois?
Is A New TikTok Trend Responsible for Higher Butter Prices in Illinois?
Experts say a butter shortage will wreak havoc on our 2022 holiday baking plans, and the TikTok butter board trend is part of the problem.