Author: Aaron Walling

‘Wallin will forever be my hero’: Celebration of Life held for fallen Fargo officer

FARGO, ND (KVRR) – Thousand of people gathered at Scheels Arena in Fargo to honor fallen Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin, including members of his family. “We can’t fix character. If it’s not already steadfastly in the person. And Jake had impeccable character.” said Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski. Making statements during the ceremony were Officers Dotas and Hawes, who…

Farmers prepare for hot temps in the region

PAGE, N.D. (KVRR) – The summer heat is expected to rise this week in the region, with temperatures getting up to the high 90’s. Some farmers are concerned what this heat can do to their crops. “If it’s in the 80’s, it’s not bad. But when you get into the 90s it starts to hurt the crops,” said Dale Bjerke,…

City of Moorhead adds steps for people to get solar panels

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – The city of Moorhead has added more steps for homeowners and others to get solar panels. According to the city, there have been at least six applications this year. “We’re trying to protect the public,” said Robin Huston, the city planner and zoning administrator. “A lot of people don’t realize it’s just an east connection for…

Fallen Fargo Officer Wallin remembered as a hero

A funeral was held in Pequot Lakes, Minn.

Funeral for fallen Fargo Officer Jake Wallin in Pequot Lakes, Minn. Max Mueller (KVRR)PEQUOT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) – It was a quiet and somber Saturday across North Dakota and Minnesota. As a funeral procession left Fargo, ND, and made it’s way to Pequot Lakes, Minn., in honor and remembrance of fallen Fargo Officer Jake Wallin. “May they and everyone take…

‘I think we’ll see the enormity of this’: Fargo Police Chief speaks after Friday’s fatal shooting

Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski spoke about how the police dept. is doing after a fellow officer was killed on Friday.

FARGO, ND (KVRR) – This continues to be a sensitive time for the community and the Fargo Police Dept. who is still in shock as they mourn the death of Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin. “Everyone is still traumatized. They’re still hurting and have heavy hearts,” said Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski. “We’re just working right now to make sure…

‘Great vessel of hope’: Volunteer chaplains helping Fargo Police during difficult time

FARGO, ND (KVRR) – Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski said they have resources available to help officers dealing with the emotions of what happened Friday. This includes a volunteer group of chaplains. They’ve been talking with people, helping them through the emotions of what transpired and the harsh reality of it all. They’ve also been up to the hospital to…

Taking care of mental health for law enforcement after Friday’s tragedy

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Friday is still fresh in the minds of everyone in the Fargo-Moorhead area, where one officer was shot and killed off of 25th St. S. in Fargo, ND. This incident also left two officers in critical condition and bystander with serious injuries. This situation will stick with local law enforcement and the community for years to…

Fargo Police: “Critical Incident” at 9th Avenue, 25th Street South

(UPDATED 7/14/23, 6:10 p.m. CST) FARGO, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) — Fargo Police say three officers have been shot, two of them are in critical condition. Multiple law enforcement and emergency personnel are currently on-scene at the intersection of 25th Street and 9th Avenue South in Fargo. From 13th Avenue to Main Avenue, police have closed the road and 9th Avenue South…