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 Have What It Takes To Make People Scream at This Popular Illinois Theme Park?
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois is looking for singers and dancers to join their entertainment team for Fright Fest 2022.
One Illinois Animal Shelter’s Cages Are At ‘Critical Capacity’ and Need to Be Cleared ASAP
Winnebago County Animals Services in Rockford is near capacity and will be holding a discounted adoption fee event this weekend to help clear their cages.
This Illinois Neighborhood Looks Like the Sight of a Zombie Apocalypse
If zombies ever roamed Illinois, this abandoned neighborhood near Chicago would be the perfect place for them to call home.
Rockford’s Newest Food Truck Is Giving Us Free Treats Next Week!
Get ready to drool! Rockford's newest food truck, 2nd Act Sweets, is hosting a grand opening party and giving away free treats this Tuesday.
Dinos and Dragons Will Take Over One Illinois Venue This August
I may be 40+ years old, but I am still fascinated by dinosaurs. Like most kids that are not my age, the T-Rex is my favorite.
Honestly, my interest in them probably reignited when I had kids who became obsessed with them, but I still find it mind-boggling that these massive creatures once roamed the Earth and then completely died off...
Illinois Man Puts His Skills To Good Use Supporting Social Justice Organizations
I would like to think that when I retire, I will use my newfound free time to help others, but I fear I will use most of it to simply relax, which isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Retirement is meant for spending your days doing things that bring you joy, and if those things happen to be helping others, then it's even better...
Did This Rockford, Illinois Restaurant Just Suddenly Close For Good?
The rumor mill is swirling about the possible closure of Sweet Basil Cafe in Rockford, Illinois.
Top 4 Kid Friendly Beaches You Need to Visit in Illinois This Summer
If you plan on spending many family days at the beach this summer, here are four of the best kid-friendly beaches Illinois has to offer
This Illinois Home Was Made Out of 7 Shipping Containers and It’s Awesome!
The first home in the Chicago area made entirely from shipping containers just sold for over $730,000, and the inside of it is awesome!
Tenants at One Illinois Resort Need To Beware of a Huge Snake On the Loose
The massive fire that took place at Grand Bear Resort in Illinois on Memorial Day left more than destruction behind, now there could be a huge snake on the loose!