North Dakota

James Lunde

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10 months ago

September 15, 2023

James Erick Lunde, 74, passed away September 12, 2023 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center in Jamestown, ND with family by his side. Jim was born September 14, 1948 in Fergus Falls, MN. He was the fifth child of (John) Morris and Hildegard (Foertsch) Lunde and grew up on the family dairy farm. Jim attended Country School District 96 through sixth grade and graduated in 1966 from Fergus Falls High School.

On September 7, 1968 Jim married Becky Domholt in Fergus Falls, MN. They had three children; Jennifer, Christopher and Stephanie. He worked for Ringdahl Ambulance Service and Soby Construction. In 1978 the family moved to Jamestown where he managed the Jamestown Area Ambulance Service and he and Becky started Specialties Unlimited.

On November 26, 1988 Jim married Susan Hering in Jamestown. They built two homes while in town and eventually ended up in the country until Jim sold the ambulance service in 2004 and retired. He spent the next four years driving bus for Dietrich Bus Service. He loved to travel, taking patrons all over for various adventures and he especially loved driving bus for the high school hockey team while his grandson, Erick, was playing hockey.

Jim spent more than 40 years in the ambulance business as a driver, Paramedic and owner. He was very active in the Jamestown community. He belonged to the Lions Club and on September 12, 2023 was awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship. He was also a member of the Special Deputies, sat on the First Community Credit Union Board of Directors, was president of the Chamber of Commerce and was a member of the 911 Coalition for the Local Emergency Planning Committee.

In 2008 Jim and Sue moved to California for a short time, returning to the North Dakota/Montana area in 2010. To keep busy while Sue continued to work, Jim took up woodworking and made various products out of pallet wood. He also had a gift turning horse shoes into art. During the harvest season he would travel to Riverdale, ND and help his son-in-law by hauling potatoes to the plant in Jamestown. He also helped with field work in the spring to prep fields for planting. He loved driving the big machinery and spending time on that farm.

In 2021 Jim and Sue returned to Jamestown after Sue retired so they could be closer to family. Jim loved his sheltie dogs, cruising on big ships, camping, fishing and hunting, morning coffee and long conversations. He was an avid lover of hockey, following his grandchildren, the Minnesota Wild and the UND Sioux. He also followed NASCAR and even had a pit pass for the Daytona 500 in 2004. He was loved by his family and will be deeply missed.

Jim is survived by his wife of 34 years, Susan Lunde; children Jennifer (Mike) Bowerman, Washburn, ND, Christopher (Renae) Lunde, Jamestown, Stephanie (Jake) Caspers, Moorhead, MN; grandchildren Erick (Becky) Paiement, Megan (Tyler) Snow, Zachary, Grant and Anna Lunde, Signe and Ryder Caspers; great-grandchildren Sophie Snow, Austyn and MacKenzie Anderson and Parker Paiement; siblings Arlene Worner, Fergus Falls, MN, Joann (Lee) Holzer, Hayden, ID, Connie (Ron) Neuman, Rochester, MN and sister-in-law Georga (John) Lunde, Fergus Falls, MN along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Doris Hering, brother-in-law, Mikkel Hering, brother, John Lunde, brother-in-law, James Worner and his parents, (John) Morris and Hildegard Lunde.

Funeral Service – 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at New Hope Free Lutheran Church, Jamestown, with Pastor Steve Berntson officiating.

Visitation – 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 18, 2023 at Eddy Funeral Home.

Interment -Bethlehem Cemetery in Fergus Falls, MN.

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South Dakota Democratic delegates unanimously endorse Harris as presidential pick • South Dakota Searchlight

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7 hours ago

July 23, 2024

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South Dakota Democratic delegates unanimously endorse Harris as presidential pick • South Dakota Searchlight

The South Dakota delegates to the Democratic National Convention met virtually Monday night and voted unanimously to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as their nominee in the 2024 presidential race.

South Dakota Democrats hopeful, not yet ready to endorse Harris as presidential nominee

In voting to endorse Harris, South Dakota Democrats fell in line with other state and national Democratic leaders who quickly followed the lead from President Joe Biden, who dropped out of the 2024 race via social media Sunday afternoon and endorsed Harris as his successor shortly thereafter.

Democrats in Nebraska, Maryland, Florida, New Hampshire, Alabama, North Carolina and Virginia were among the states where Democrats backed Harris as of Monday evening.

Harris has also picked up endorsements from key leaders at the national level. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, mentioned as a possible Democratic contender himself, endorsed Harris quickly on Sunday. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorsed Harris Monday. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries had not endorsed Harris as of Monday evening, but Jeffries said earlier in the day that Harris had “excited the House Democratic Caucus and she’s exciting the country.”

Late Monday evening, the New York Times, CNN and other national media organizations reported that Harris had secured the backing of more than the 1,976 delegates needed to win the nomination in the first round of voting at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month. The news came by way of a poll from The Associated Press, which broke the story.

The poll listed 2,668 delegates pledged to Harris and 54 undecided as of 10 p.m. CST Monday.

The Democratic National Committee will move forward with the process to formally nominate a presidential candidate Wednesday when its Rules Committee meets in a public virtual session amid ongoing efforts to set up a virtual roll call vote ahead of the convention next month in Chicago, according to reporting from States Newsroom.

South Dakota Democrats backed Biden with around 75% of the vote in the state’s June 4 primary. In a news release, the South Dakota Democratic Party announced that its 20 voting delegates to the August convention had voted unanimously to back Harris.

“We thank President Biden for his leadership throughout his career and for choosing Kamala Harris four years ago to be his Vice President,” said Delegate Chair Jessica Meyers. “Harris has proven that she is more than equipped to take on the Presidency and we as a delegation are looking forward to casting the official vote for her.”

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Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at the ND State Fair

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14 hours ago

July 22, 2024

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Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at the ND State Fair

MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) – This is a reminder for servicemembers and their families that the North Dakota State Fair is continuing its long-standing tradition of honoring those who serve with a special Military Appreciation Day on Tuesday.

Military members and their families can enjoy lunch from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the north festival tent.

The event is sponsored by the N.D. Beef Commission, N.D. Stockmen’s Association, and N.D. CattleWomen.

They can also enjoy free carnival rides from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., half-off unlimited ride wristbands, and $2 off go-cart rides.

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Applications now available for 2024 North Dakota swan license

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21 hours ago

July 22, 2024

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Applications now available for 2024 North Dakota swan license

BISMARCK – Hunters can now apply for a 2024 North Dakota swan license

on the Game and Fish Department’s website

at gf.nd.gov, the department said Monday, July 22.

North Dakota residents and nonresidents are eligible to apply. The resident swan license is $10, while the nonresident fee is $30. The application deadline is Aug. 21.

North Dakota’s statewide tundra swan hunting season opens Sept. 28, and 2,200 licenses are available. Successful applicants will receive a tag to take one swan during the season. Since swans are classified as waterfowl, nonresidents may hunt them only during the period their nonresident waterfowl license is valid.

All swan hunters, regardless of age, are required to have a general game and habitat license when applying. In addition, nonresidents must have a waterfowl license, and residents 16 and older need a small game or combination license.

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