Christine Manika is the new Morning Co-Host on KXRB with Mark Tassler! She graduated from Saint Xavier University in Chicago, Illinois with a degree in Mass Communications concentrating in News and Sports Broadcasting. Christine earned Summa Cum Laude honors as an undergraduate student. During her undergraduate career, she was the Sports Reporter for WXAV 88.3 FM, SXU-TV, and “The Xavierite” Newspaper at SXU. Christine was also a regular DJ on Friday nights for WXAV 88.3 FM. Before her senior year in college, Christine completed an internship with Fox 32 Chicago News as a Newsroom Intern. Her experience also includes her time at Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana where she was also the Sports Reporter and Anchor for 93.3 The Joe: WPUM and TV6 News. Like WXAV, Christine also hosted a Friday night show on WPUM. Shortly after graduation, Christine moved to Sioux Falls in 2018 to jump-start her career as a Multimedia Journalist at a television station. She would write, edit, shoot, and report stories throughout the Sioux Empire. Christine was able to connect with public officials and community members to share their story with viewers. Christine hails from North Riverside, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. When she’s not cracking jokes at Mark, Christine can be found running on the bike trails or exploring her new city! She also loves spending time with her family and friends. Some fun facts about Christine: she is a twin! Christine’s twin sister Katie is studying to be an Agricultural Veterinarian at the University of Illinois! Christine is very passionate about all types of music and sports. Her favorite band is U2 and her favorite sports team is the Chicago White Sox.
Christine Manika
Helping Sioux Falls Heal and Recover
Many people on Sundays attend a church service, spend time with their family, or watch every single football on television. I am one of these people. But after the storms on Tuesday, my friend Miranda and I really wanted to make a difference. We spent our Sunday afternoon volunteering in the comm…
Which Is It? “Soda” or “Pop?”
Whether it's an ice-cold Pepsi or Coca-Cola, we all like to enjoy a refreshing soft beverage once in a while. But what do you call this drink?
My Storm Story
The storms that happened on Tuesday night feel unreal. It's something that you never think would actually happen. Well, at least I never thought it could happen.
What I Remember On 9/11
September 11, 2001: a day that will forever be in most people's memory. It's amazing this happened 18 years ago, and kids today are learning this as part of American history. I was only in kindergarten at the time when America was attacked.
The Ultimate Showdown: Pepsi Or Coca-Cola?
Everyone has their favorite soft drink they like to sip on every once in a while. But people always debate on two soft drinks in particular: Pepsi or Coca-Cola?
Mark and I decided to end this dispute once and for all on our show Tuesday morning...
Mark and I decided to end this dispute once and for all on our show Tuesday morning...
South Dakota’s First State Veterans Cemetery Breaks Ground
Despite the rain and wet grounds, the groundbreaking ceremony of South Dakota's First State Veterans Cemetery marched on this past Monday.
Officials say they hope to start moving dirt on the property sometime between October or November...
Officials say they hope to start moving dirt on the property sometime between October or November...
Hometown Tuesday: Sioux Falls Fit Body Boot Camp
It's no secret that a lot of my "Hometown Tuesday" articles talk about food. So if you visit a lot of the restaurants I mention throughout Sioux Falls, you're probably wondering how to work off all the food. Look no further than Sioux Falls Fit Body Boot Camp.…
The Meaning Behind One-Word Answers
Whether it's through an email or text, people have mixed thoughts about receiving one-word answers. They aren't tricky to figure out, they are more annoying than anything.
Celebrating Grandparents Day
The latest census shows that there are 70 million grandparents in the United States, which is a 24% increase since 2001. A.A.R.P. calls this the "Grandparent Boom" era.
The Right Atmosphere, Wrong Game
Do you remember the electrifying opening game last year with the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears? It seems like that game mentality was not present for the 100th celebration of the NFL. Let me put it this way, there was a lack of offense on both sides and lots of penalties...