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Lander, Wyoming Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Lander! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • See who walked across Pathfinder’s brand-new Lander gym stage.
  • Lander community remembers the life of Irma Joy Manning Spencer
  • What Barrasso said after honoring heroes at Lander’s Mount Hope Cemetery.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 83, low: 50.
  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 54 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

• Pathfinder Class of 2026 celebrate graduation in new gym (county10.com) — Pathfinder High School’s Class of 2026 just celebrated graduation in Lander’s newly finished gym, with families and staff packing the stands. Local leaders shared encouraging messages about resilience, mindset, and small daily habits, while student speaker Abigail Bash and teacher Josie Hulkovich offered heartfelt, humorous reflections before each graduate crossed the stage.
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• In loving memory, Irma Joy Spencer (county10.com) — Family and friends are mourning Irma Joy Manning Spencer, who grew up in Lander, attended South Elementary and graduated from Lander Valley High School before building her life in Great Falls, Montana. Remembered for her generosity, humor, love of gardening, and devotion to children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild, her story reflects deep roots and lasting connections to the Lander community.
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• Barrasso: Let Us Be Worthy of Our History, Our Heroes, and Our Heritage (senate.gov) — U.S. Sen. John Barrasso highlighted Memorial Day ceremonies across Wyoming, including a visit to Mount Hope Cemetery in Lander to honor fallen service members. His Senate remarks tied those local observances to national themes about sacrifice, America’s founding ideals, and his praise for former President Trump’s actions abroad.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Lander. Apply here.
  • Albertsons Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for In-Store Shopper in Lander. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lander here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Riverton

  • Riverton City Council to consider appointments to new Paws for the Cause Committee during Tuesday meeting (county10.com)
  • Central Wyoming College names new men's basketball head coach (county10.com)
  • Wyoming Classical Academy-Riverton gains support at hearings (wyomingnews.com)

Pinedale

  • Free Louisiana Downs Horse Racing Picks for Race 5 Jun 06, 2026 (bettingnews.com)

Ok Lander! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Lander

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Lander

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.