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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5 Hidden Beaches You Need to Experience In Illinois This Summer
Discover the best hidden sandy paradises in Illinois for a tranquil beach escape this summer.
Watch Out For One of These Fierce Creatures Hiding In Wisconsin and Illinois
If you're ever taking a walk in the woods and see a brown furry animal with a long body and tail that resembles a big weasel, turn around and run!
The Wisconsin Airbnb That Any Star-Gazing, Movie Buff Will Absolutely Love
This Airbnb in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin is perfect for your next group vacation with 8 bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, an arcade, and an observatory!
One Cold Case Group Believes Jimmy Hoffa Is Buried in Wisconsin
A group called The Case Breakers believes an old playing card message proves Jimmy Hoffa is buried under the old Milwaukee County Stadium in Wisconsin.
BLAST FROM THE PAST: Do You Remember These Illinois Restaurants?
WARNING: If you've lived in the Rockford, Illinois area for several decades, the following information may cause a sudden case of the warm and fuzzies.
Did You Know Spring Is The Most Active Time for Ticks in Illinois?
There's a hidden threat lurking in Illinois during spring - ticks. Learn about the 15 different tick species in Illinois and the dangers each of them pose.
Will This Be the Final Season For One of Wisconsin’s Favorite Outdoor Movie Theaters?
The Highway 18 Outdoor Theater in Jefferson, Wisconsin has announced this summer will be its final season, but there is one way it could be saved.
10 Reasons You Need to Book a Spring Break Getaway at WI’s Cranberry Castle
Looking for a unique and luxurious getaway to take in Wisconsin sometime soon? Check out this amazing castle that's available for rent in Eagle River, Wisconsin!
Wisconsin’s ‘G Spot Bar'; It’s Not As Hard to Find As You Think
The quirky name of this dive bar in Wisconsin might bring in more people than the drinks do.
Wisconsin Man Proposes to Girlfriend With Her Mom’s Stolen Ring
A man in Wisconsin just found himself single and arrested after his proposal had a way too familiar ring to it.