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 Tips Every Illinois Driver Needs to Know If You Get Stranded in the Cold
If the next snow or ice storm in Illinois leaves you stranded on the side of the road, here are 5 things you should do to stay safe.
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.
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?
Eerie Abandoned Pool Found Deep in One Illinois Forest; What’s Its Story?
Nestled deep within a forest in Rockford, Illinois lies an eerie abandoned swimming pool that has piqued the curiosity of residents and explorers for decades.
The Most Popular Googled Moments Of 2024 In Illinois And Beyond
Now that all the 'Best Of 2024' reviews are starting to come out, the moments that captivated Illinoisans most this year are pretty fascinating.
Learn Which Christmas Cookie Illinois Can’t Resist—And Make It Yourself!
New Google Trends research has revealed the most searched for Christmas cookie recipe in Illinois this holiday season.
You Know the McCallister House, but Now You Can Own the Other ‘Home Alone’ House in Illinois
Another beautiful home featured in the holiday movie 'Home Alone' is for sale in Winnetka, Illinois.
Legend Says Wisconsin’s Snowmobiling Ghost Has One Important Mission
Wisconsin has plenty of chilling ghost tales to share, but not many of them feature a phantom that is only seen when it snows.
Will Special Sing-along Screenings of ‘Wicked’ Come To Illinois Theaters?
Wicked (Part One) is dazzling fans on the big screen—but no singing allowed has some feeling let down. Good news: sing-along screenings are coming soon to Illinois!
Beware: New USPS Holiday Shipping Scam Targeting Illinois Residents
With the holiday season in full swing, scammers are preying on the urgency of gift-giving with a new USPS text message scam making rounds now in Illinois.