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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The World is Fascinated By This Illinois Man’s 60 Year Old Fries
A couple from Crystal Lake, Illinois has gone viral after discovering 60-year-old McDonald's fries hidden within the walls of their bathroom.
This Crossing Guard Is Bringing Joy to Illinois Roads One Dance Move At a Time
A crossing guard in Chicago, Illinois is on a mission to make every driver's day brighter by dancing in the street.
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!
This Hike Will Take You Through 5 Different Ghost Towns in Illinois
A hike along Illinois' Tunnel Hill State Trail will immerse you in beautiful scenery with a side of spooky too.
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.
Relive Your Best Childhood Memories At This Summer Camp for Adults in Wisconsin
Relive your favorite childhood camping experiences this summer at Camp Wandawega in Wisconsin.
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?
Too Many Rude Customers Forced One Wisconsin Diner to Temporarily Close
Fed up with rude customers treating her employees like garbage, one Wisconsin diner owner temporarily closed her doors to prove a very big point.
Was That a Massive Saw Flying in the Sky Above Illinois Yesterday?
If you thought you saw a helicopter flying above your home yesterday with a huge saw hanging from it, you were right!
Do You Know What Thousands of Singing Frogs In Illinois Actually Means?
Need another sure sign that Spring is almost here? Singing Spring Peepers are back in Illinois!
20 Fascinating, Unknown Facts About the State of Illinois
Even if you've lived in Illinois all your life, we're willing to bet you have never heard some of these facts before.
Ticked Illinois Woman Files False Kidnapping Report To Get Her Husband Arrested
An Illinois woman wanted to send the police after her husband but ended up getting herself arrested too.