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Celebration of Life Planned for Officer Jake Wallin on July 26 in Fargo

Officer Jake WallinFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Celebration of Life is planned for Fallen Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin next Wednesday. It’ll be will held at 1 p.m. at Scheels Arena in Fargo. A funeral service for Wallin is scheduled for Saturday morning at Pequot Lakes High School with final law enforcement honors following the service. An escort will leave…

LIVE: Honor Flight Goes “Over The Top” With Day-Long Street Dance

You're invited to an all-day party that helps send Veterans on a life-changing journey

  MOORHEAD, Minn (KVRR) – You’re invited to an all-day party that helps send Veterans on a life-changing journey. The Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN is hosting its “Over the Top” street dance this Saturday at the Moorhead American Legion. The list of activities is way too long to tell you everything. Some of the highlights are a car show,…

Wrigley to discuss police use of deadly force during Friday’s mass shooting

BISMARCK, ND (KVRR) – Attorney General Drew Wrigley will hold a news conference in Fargo Wednesday to discuss last week’s use of deadly force by Fargo Police Officer Zach Robinson. On Friday, July 14, Robinson shot and killed Mohamad Barakat, the gunman who opened fire and shot three police officers and a woman last Friday in south Fargo. Police Officer…

The Rideshare Foodie Stops in West Fargo

  WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — One man is pushing his rideshare job to the side as he travels the United States to try each state’s favorite local foods. If you’ve ever thought about dropping everything and traveling the United States to try different foods, you’ll want to meet this guy. Meet Kreskin Torres, aka the Rideshare Foodie. For the…

‘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…

The 1889 plans to open in former jewelry store in downtown Fargo in October

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Plans are being made to replace the old Wimmer’s Diamonds in downtown Fargo with a new food concept. People at The 1889 will be taught cooking and crafting classes ranging from beginner to advanced. There will also be a rental event space for bridal parties, birthdays, graduation, and even private cooking classes. Four teachers have already…