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 Hidden Danger Many Illinois Homeowners Overlook Every Winter
The next time a snow or ice storm hits Illinois, make you sure you check this one important thing on your home to keep your family safe!
Best Places to Go Outdoor Ice Skating in Northern Illinois
When your family starts to get cabin fever this winter, beat it by enjoying a fun day of outdoor ice skating at these rinks in Northern Illinois!
The #1 Mistake That Could Ruin Your Phone in Illinois’ Freezing Temperatures
Did you know that extreme cold can severely damage your phone? Here some ways you can protect it.
Get Ready, Rockford! Raising Cane’s Is Opening Early and Now Hiring
After years of begging and waiting, Raising Cane's is almost ready to open its first restaurant in Rockford, Illinois...well ahead of schedule!
10 Words Every Illinoisan Should Stop Saying Immediately
Will 2025 finally be the year we say goodbye to these tired, overused, and painfully trendy words and phrases?
Escaping Winter in Illinois: 10 Nearby Family-Friendly Getaways
Don't let the winter blahs get your family down this year, take a road trip to one of these family-friendly getaways in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana.
Experience a Time When the Chicago Bears Didn’t Suck This Weekend in Rockford
If your will to live as a loyal Chicago Bears fan is dying, this fun vintage event happening in Rockford might just be the miracle cure you need!
Why Everyone’s Talking About the Green Bay Packers’ New Unexpected Movie Role
A new movie starring Craig T. Nelson called 'Green and Gold' is hitting theaters on January 31, 2025, and yes, the Green Bay Packers play a pivotal role in the film.
The Wordle Puzzle That Stumped Illinoisans the Most in 2024
This one word broke the most Wordle winning streaks in Illinois in 2024...do you think you know what it is?
What’s Closed in Illinois on National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter?
Thursday, January 9 has been declared a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, but what does this mean for businesses and services in Illinois?