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Brand Manager at WXXQ-FM (Rockford, IL)

Brand Manager at WZOK-FM (Rockford, IL)

Regional Content Director at Townsquare Media

Director of Content at Townsquare Media Rockford. Brand Manager at Q98.5 and 97ZOK. Afternoons at 97ZOK. Eater of pizza.

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The Best Fries in America? Not McDonald’s. And Not in Illinois.

2 weeks ago | 967theeagle.net | Sweet Lenny

Very rarely am I what I would consider "food jealous," meaning envious of foods that I can't get in my hometown. Think about it: living in Illinois close to Chicago, coupled with amazing restaurants in Rockford, there aren't many times when I say, "Man, I want to try that." That was until today. I just so happened to stumble upon a New York Post story highlighting America's best fast-food fries. At first glance, I thought for sure McDonald's and, at worst, Five Guys.
Illinois Ice Cream Shop Has a Shake Inspired by a Benson Boone Song

2 weeks ago | kfilradio.com | Sweet Lenny

Looking for a different kind of ice cream shop? This tiny out-of-the-way gem might need to get added to your list of must-stop destinations before the end of the summer. Located in Byron, just 25 minutes or so southwest of Rockford, sits the tiny and very pink Sundae Social. After a warm day, I stopped with my youngest to see what they offered. The menu has plenty of options, including cake and waffle cones and some signature sundaes.
$1.3 Million Stolen In Major Illinois Jewelry Store Heist

2 weeks ago | kfilradio.com | Sweet Lenny

Imagine walking into work and realizing nearly everything is gone—like basically all your products. That's exactly what happened to a business owner in Illinois. This wasn't a smash-n-dash. No, these thieves took their time and shut off the internet before entering the business. After a carefully planned overnight heist to Rick Kleinvehn Diamond Brokers in South Barrington, Illinois on May 9th-10th, thieves made their way into a store safe and stole $1.3M.
Top BBQ Restaurants In Chicago Featured On Diners, Drive-Ins

2 weeks ago | kdat.com | Sweet Lenny

Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives show have traveled the country for the best food. To me, BBQ is one of the finest things to look for when it comes to amazing cuisine. Having spent time in Kansas City, I have seen how fantastic BBQ is made. I have also been to Texas and have had it throughout my life in the Chicago and Rockford areas. What if you were a fan of Fieri and his uber-popular show? What if you wanted to check out every BBQ joint in Illinois featured on Triple D?
If Bill Murray Says This Is the Best Pizza in Illinois, We’re Listening

3 weeks ago | 967theeagle.net | Sweet Lenny

There are many reasons to love Bill Murray if you are an Illinoisan. He's been in some iconic flicks, loves the Cubs and Bears, and is a true blue Chicago guy at heart. Murray even has a pizza place he loves above all the others that just so happens to be located in the Land of Lincoln. Just last week, while promoting his new flick The Friend, he started talking about pizza with the interviewer and dropped this nugget:You know, there's a good pizza place. Have you ever heard of Robert's Pizza?
The Most Fun Baseball Game You’ll Ever See Is Coming to Chicago

4 weeks ago | 967theeagle.net | Sweet Lenny

If the thought of attending a baseball game ranks right above watching paint dry, you are not alone. Some folks think it is the most absolutely boring sport on the planet. This might change your mind if you agree with everything I just said. Might I interest in you in a Savannah Bananas game? To me, they are the baseball equivalent of the Harlem Globetrotters. Something that many longtime baseball fans thought the sport needed: fun.
These Are Illinois' Best Steakhouses, Apparently

1 month ago | my1053wjlt.com | Sweet Lenny

When it comes to great steak joints in Illinois, most people recommend Morton's or Gibson's as two must-visits. Having been to both, it's easy to see why they are at the top of most lists regarding the best steakhouses in America. I rarely see a list of the best steakhouses in America, as I did recently on 24/7 Tempo, skipping both of them and, even more strangely, naming two other Illinois restaurants instead.
Spotted in Rockford: This DIY Truck Trailer Is Equal Parts Genius and Chaos

1 month ago | kfilradio.com | Sweet Lenny

If there was a feature called "Only in Rockford," do you think this would be highlighted? This is some serious ingenuity at its absolute finest. When you need a trailer, you just build one out of another truck. I saw this one on Reddit, shared by someone who spotted this beauty somewhere in town. It appears the owner of this Frankenstein is giving their old pickup truck a second life as a trailer.
Famous TikToker Faces Backlash-Because She’s from Naperville

1 month ago | kfilradio.com | Steve Shannon |Sweet Lenny

Let's talk about Chloe Forero—a social media personality who's grown her TikTok following to over 2.7M. We all know that when you go viral or grow a massive following online, you're bound to get hate from internet trolls. It happens, it's inevitable. For Chloe, she's funny and relatable, so of course people aren't going to like that she's likeable.
Illinois Tollway Caves; Will Send I-PASS Stickers in the Mail

1 month ago | 1520theticket.com | Sweet Lenny

I've never felt quite so vindicated in my life. It's also another excellent example of "procrastination pays off."That's because Illinois Tollway has just announced it will automatically send new I-PASS stickers to customers using the old plastic transponders. The tollway folks believe the transponders are nearing the end of their battery life and are trying their best to get ahead of it. I know for a fact that they held special events at Driver's License facilities to try and get the ball rolling.