Meet Steve Shannon, Rockford’s award-winning musician and storyteller, who has been hosting the morning show for nearly 30 years. Nobody can find the small joys in everyday life and share them in a compelling story quite like he can. If he’s not at one of his children’s sporting events, you’ll find him behind his drums, on the golf course with his wife, or reading another biography about someone he admires.
Steve Shannon
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.
BBB Warns of Valentine’s Day Scam on Single People
You've successfully dodged the commercialism of Valentine's Day. You're single and feeling like the couples are the ones being scammed. Guess what?
How Long It’ll Take Your 2020 Tax Refund to Hit Your Account
Nothing about the year 2020 was simple. I have faith that my tax refund will help the year suck a little less. Just as long as I don't have to wait forever.
Chick-fil-A’s New Spicy Chicken Sandwich Comes with a New Sauce
A brand new chicken sandwich has come to visit the 815, and it brought a creamy and delicious friend. And, only for a limited time.
President Biden Just Paused Your Student Loan Debt for Most of 2021
Your break on paying back your federal student loans just got a little longer. President Biden is extending the pass that began early in the pandemic.
ALERT! Pet Food Recall Expanded
Midwestern Pet Foods has expanded their recall to include even more of their dog and cat food. A fatal toxin has claimed the lives of so many pets.