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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10 Things That Get You the Most Money When Selling a Home in Illinois
Spring is a hot time for selling homes in Illinois, and if you're thinking about putting your house on the market soon, real estate experts say these 10 things will help make it sell fast and for top dollar.
Have You Heard the Terrifying Legend About Illinois’ Homey the Clown?
In the early 1990s people in Illinois were reporting seeing a creepy clown stalking children in the Chicago area, but are these accounts actually true?
Was This Week’s Massive Cell Outage In Illinois Caused By Solar Flares?
Experts are weighing in on the possibility that solar flares in the Earth's atmosphere could have caused the massive cell outage experienced nationwide on Thursday.
This Secret Illinois Beach Is Something You Have to See This Summer
If you want to feel like you're in the tropics this summer without actually traveling there, check out Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Never Buy These 10 Items From an Illinois Dollar Store
Dollar stores are a great place to go to save money on life essentials, but on certain items, great price does not always equal great value.
Historic Home For Sale In Illinois Has A Private Carousel and 36-Person Train
This historic estate for sale in Lexington, Illinois is the epitome of Victorian elegance mixed with childhood nostalgia.
BLAST FROM THE PAST: 10 Things Every Illinoisan Wanted as Kids
We asked Illinois residents what the one thing they had to have as kids was, and the answers we got will give you serious nostalgia vibes.
Viral Conspiracy Involving Stanley Cups Has Illinois Buyers Worried
Shocking claims about Stanley Cups have gone vial, and now many Illinois buyers are worried their beloved cups may be a serious health hazard.
Is a ‘Warmer Than Normal’ Spring Ahead for Illinois?
If warm weather adventures occupy every one of your daydreams right now, I might have some good news about Spring 2024 in Illinois to share!
12 Things You SHOULD and SHOULDN’T Do When It’s Below Zero in Illinois
We all know there are certain things we should never do when the temps drop below zero, but what about the things we should be doing?