Kari Keimig was born December 27, 1982, in Burlington, Iowa.
She is the daughter of Jerry and Kathy Keimig of rural Stronghurst. She also has one brother, Jon, who is 22-years old.
She attended and graduated from Southern High School in 2001 and is currently studying elementary education as a junior at Monmouth College, Monmouth.
Kari also worked as a personal attendant during the summer.
Kari enjoys volunteering, spending time with her friends, and being involved with TEC and other church activities.