Harland Haugen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Haugen, lived in Sibley Trail township in Northern Barnes County. He attended the Ladbury school which now is used by his dad for a granary. After redistricting they became a part of the Hannaford School District where he completed his education.

After working a few years at various jobs he married Myrna Fogderud December 11, 1965. Myrna, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Fogerud, lived with her parents on the farm in Griggs County which was homesteaded by her grandfather. Myrna attended business college in Bismarck and at the time of her marriage was bookkeeper at Sheppard's Appliance in Valley City.

The Haugens have made their home in Valley City. They have two children, Kimberly and Ricky. Harland farms in Ashtabula township, the land owned by Bill Lorenz. He and his dad work together.

People will always remember the sleet and ice December 11, 1965. It was general throughout the state and made travel very hazardous. Power and telephone lines were out in many places. REA went out early in the afternoon so the couple had to dress by candlelight. The church in Walum is served by Ottertail and power there went off for awhile, but fortunately came on again for the reception. Some power lines were out for five days which really made things difficult for people concerned.

Source: Barnes County History 1976 Page 96