I have had the joy of being the first voice in many people's mornings for over 20 years at the greatest radio station in Rockford. Together with you we've raised thousands of dollars for those in need and helped change many lives. I get to live my dream every morning; making you feel better, making you smile, and all the laughs we've shared while playing great music. I wouldn't want to be doing anything else.
Steve Shannon
Trip to Wisconsin Lavender Farm is Just the Soul Healing You Need
Just a two-hour drive from Rockford will put you in the middle of a beautiful lavender farm in Wisconsin. A tour, some dinner and a night you won't soon forget.
Wisconsin Pizza Farm is the Delicious Road Trip Your Summer Needs
Wisconsin is well known for dairy and cattle farms, today is the day I learned that Wisconsin is also home to a pizza farm. It's time to hit the road for pizza.
Long-Awaited 2021 Summerfest Lineup Has Been Released
The COVID pandemic cancelled the 'world's largest music festival' last year. But it's back in 2021, and here's who is coming to play.
Next Trip to Galena Stay in This Cool Converted Warehouse
No Spring or Summer, or any season for that matter, is complete without a trip to Galena. Next trip, make it an overnight in this cool Airbnb.
Rare Opportunity to Stay in a Frank Lloyd Wright Wisconsin Dream Home
When it comes to iconic architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright is the first name mentioned. Airbnb is letting you book a stay in one of his dream home masterpieces.
Converted Illinois Grain Silo is True Farmhouse Glamping Getaway
Illinois is filled with unique places to get away for a weekend. If 'glamping' is your kind of weekend, this silo in the middle of a farm is perfect for you.
Donating Your Car Seat to Target Isn’t the Best Thing You Could Do With It
I'm not saying you shouldn't donate your no-longer-needed car seat. I'm just saying I have an idea worth considering before trading yours in for a 20% coupon.
Ridiculous Lessons I Learned During a Pandemic Year
A year of pandemic life has been a challenge, but along the way some things happened that will be useful way beyond this virus, I think.
Steve Shannon’s Open Letter to Casey’s: Why is Your Pizza So Ridiculously Good
It is really hard to put into words how good this pizza actually is. No disrespect to the organization whatsoever, but you're not what was expected.
10 Cutest Dog Breeds Based on the Ancient Greek ‘Golden Ratio’
There isn't a pet owner on Earth that doesn't believe their pooch is the cutest there is, but this 'golden ratio' may say otherwise.