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 the Story Behind These Weird Illinois Structures?
Abandoned 'water cribs' can be seen along the shoreline of Chicago, but do you know what they were for and why they are still there?
One Night Train Experience You Won’t Want to Miss in Illinois This Labor Day Weekend
Experience the Illinois Railway Museum as you've never seen it before this Labor Day weekend in Union, Illinois.
Devastating Photos of the Flood Waters That Have Taken Over One County in Illinois
Stephenson County, Illinois took the biggest hit of heavy rainfall this week, and these aerial shots of flooding in Pearl City are beyond devastating.
Did You Know Wisconsin Is Home to a Crystal Clear ‘Bottomless’ Lake?
If you love to swim or scuba dive, you have to check out Wazee Lake in Wisconsin this summer!
8 Fairs & Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss in the Rockford Area This Summer
Bring on the fun! Here are 8 of the most popular fairs and festivals you won't want to miss near Rockford this summer!
Monarch Butterflies Declared Endangered in Illinois, Here’s How To Help Protect Them
Monarch butterfly populations in Illinois are in danger, here are some simple things you can do to make sure they continue to thrive in the years to come.
One of the Most Haunted Places in Illinois Has Reopened For Your Touring Pleasure
For the first time ever one of Illinois' most haunted places, Peoria State Hospital Museum, is opening its doors for paranormal investigations.
It’s Sunflower Season! Here are 4 Huge Fields You Need to Visit in Illinois This Summer
Here are 4 of the most popular sunflower fields to visit in Illinois this summer.
What’s the Story Behind Wisconsin’s Massive ‘Man Mound’ National Landmark?
Did you know there is a massive mound of land in Wisconsin that is shaped like a man and has been named a National Historic Landmark?
One Weird Thing You May Have Never Noticed At Rockford’s Coronado Performing Arts Center
There's one very strange thing about the bathrooms at Rockford's Coronado Performing Arts Center, but the reason for it makes total sense.