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 Clearest Water in Wisconsin Is Hiding In This One Tiny Lake
Hidden within Wisconsin lies a small lake with crystal-clear water and a beach you'll love to relax on.
What Kind of Animal Is Making These Weird Screams in the Wisconsin Woods?
Have you ever been walking through the woods, heard a weird scream, and wondered what kind of creature it could be coming from?
5 Wisconsin Towns That Have Very Weird Claims to Fame
Every town, city, or village has something unique to offer the World, but these 5 places in Wisconsin have some pretty strange claims to fame.
5 Prohibition Gangster Hangouts in Illinois That Still Exist Today
These 5 businesses in Chicago, Illinois used to be popular gangster hangouts during the Prohibition era.
Barbie’s Dreamhouse Is For Sale in Wisconsin, and You Need to Own It!
Today I learned that Hudson, Wisconsin is home to TWO spectacular real-life Barbie Dreamhouses, and currently ONE of them is for sale!
Exquisite Victorian Home in Illinois is For Sale for the Third Time in 134 Years
This beautiful Victorian home for sale in Elgin, Illinois was built in 1889, has been lovingly maintained, and is registered with the National Historic Society.
One Wisconsin Diver Is BFFs With a Fish and Has the Friendship Account to Prove It
A Wisconsin diver has been BFFs with a smallmouth bass for over 2 years now, but their relationship just went viral. It's the best thing you'll see all day.
Did You Know There’s A Legit Volcano Hiding Beneath One Illinois Forest?
Illinois may be known for a lot of things, but being home to an actual VOLCANO is usually not one of them.
People Swear This One Wisconsin Lake Has Magical Healing Powers
In the tiny village of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin lies a crystal-clear lake that people have flocked to for centuries due to the healing powers of its water.
Wisconsin Teen Uses Family Farm to Create Massive Prom Surprise for His Girlfriend
Ryan Hazeltine of Orfordville, Wisconsin has gone viral for using hundreds of acres of farmland to create one massive promposal for his girlfriend.