Thursday Edition 7/2/26 – Cooper Landing Community Crier

4th of July Parade

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America at the annual July 4th Parade at the Kenai Princess Lodge.

All are invited to participate or attend. Dress up your car, truck, ATV, bicycle or other vehicle to celebrate the day.

Parade start time is 4 pm on, Saturday, July 4th. Those participating in the parade: be at the warehouse staging area on Bean Creek by 3:30 pm.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

July 4 porch concert – grand opening of COOPER LANDING ARTISAN MARKET

Hello Cooper Landing!
We’re celebrating the opening weekend of the Cooper Landing Artisan Market with a free porch concert from 6-8pm on July 4! Stop by to check out the market, listen to live music from Erik and Hambone, and grab a hot dog or hamburger!

Tommy Balk
artisanmarketcooperlanding@gmail.com
+17169088010

Alaska Series River Raft by Gary King

Alaska Series River Raft by Gary King. Excellent condition. $2800

Gary Mitchell
+19075981018

2020 Forester 3251DSLE Bunkhouse – 17.5k Miles.

2020 Forester 3251DSLE Bunkhouse – MINT Condition – Only 17.5k Miles. $73,500

This 2020 Forester LE 3251DSLE is in excellent condition with exceptionally low mileage (only 17,451 miles!). Built on the reliable Ford E-450 chassis, this “Luxury Edition” bunkhouse is designed to sleep 8–10 people comfortably, making it the ultimate family road-trip machine.

The “Kid Zone”: A dedicated space for the kids with a fold-down bunk, sofa sleeper, and their own entertainment center.
Sleeping for Everyone: Private rear queen bedroom, bunk over the cab, and a convertible U-shaped dinette.
Off-Grid Capable: Equipped with a 4.0 KW Onan generator, roof solar panels, and heated/enclosed holding tanks for extended seasons.

Kristin Blees
+19073609764

Donald Earl Cox Obituary

Donald Earl Cox, Jr., passed away of natural causes on June 12, 2026, in Anchorage, Alaska. Donald, the oldest of three children, was born to Donald Earl Cox, Sr., and Louise Rene Wilder on July 2, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Donald moved with his family to Anchorage, Alaska, when he was nine years of age. Donald graduated from Anchorage High School.

Donald met the love of his life, Jocelyn de Lancey, “Jo” at a teen club dance. They married and built a home together where they raised four children together, Darin, Terrie, Ronald and Shannon. Donald worked hard to support his young family. He was a baggage handler and a deicer for Northwest Airlines by night and he studied to be a Lineman with IBEW 1547 he was initiated on 7/1/1964 he was a member for 62 years. during the day. Holidays and inclement weather would find Donald high on a pole working hard to get electricity back to Anchorage residents whenever it decided to go out. Donald was dedicated to his family, and he thoroughly embraced Jo’s artistic creativity. He built a darkroom for their joint passion for photography. Donald would later turn the darkroom into a room for a kiln to fire her many pottery pieces. Donald supported Jo’s artist talent and was incredibly proud of her when she graduated from University of Wisconsin with a master’s degree in fine arts.

Donald was an avid downhill skier. He skied with Northwest Airlines ski team. He commercially fished out of Nannek with his friend John Bandle for a few seasons. He enjoyed any activity he could do with his family. He volunteered countless hours at the ARCH of Anchorage and was a member of the Alaska Territorial Guard. After his retirement from Chugach electric he worked for eight seasons with McMurdo Station in Antarctica.

Donald was preceded in death by his lovely wife Jo, his children Darin, Ronald and Shannon, and his grandchildren Brittany and Billy. Donald is survived by his daughter Terrie (Royal) Mason, nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one great, great grandson.

A celebration of his life will be held at the Union Hall 3300 Denali st. #200 07/18/2026 at 1PM

MARIO THE HONKY TONK REBEL PLAYING

Mario Carboni will be playing for tips on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 35360 Just Bears Ct. (Hansons house), in the drive, from 7-9. Pot luck starts at 6pm. BYOB & BYOC (bring your own chair!). Hope to see you there.

4th of July Sale

4th of July Special – 1 day only

Single Scoop Soft Serve Ice cream cone – Regular cone only

Adult & Kids size $2.50 per cone.

Happy 4th of July from the Wildman’s Team!!!

Cheryle James

Creative Mondays Class at the CLCC Hall!

Create your very own, one of a kind, wet felted wall hanging using soapy water, bubble wrap and a little elbow grease. No experience is necessary and all materials are included.

The class will cover the basics of wet felting, surface design and embellishment, and how to care for your piece.

Wet Felt 2D Wall Hanging Class
When: Monday, July 27th
Time: 1pm to 7pm
Where: Community Hall
Cost: $100.00 – all materials included
Instructor: Rhonda Lynn

Please bring a couple of old towels and wear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little wet. To register or for questions email inspiredfelt@gmail.com or text 907-597-7055. Payment can be made through Venmo @RhondaLynnAK.

Gwin’s Lodge OPEN JULY 4th! FREE music!

GWIN’S LODGE expands hours! 8AM – 10PM Open all day JULY’S 4th!

GWIN’S LODGE $5.50 all drafts, 3 IPAs, $3 PBR & RAINIER

Gwin’s Lodge is open 8AM till 10PM. For BREAKFAST have chicken fried steak or the breakfast burrito for energy. The most tasty and popular burgers, home made calamari and fish and chips are among the traditional items. The Halibut and chips really are fantastic and are only $29. A great PRIME RIBEYE is delicious at only $36. Chicken Parm $18. Tasty King Salmon Chowder and Carrot Cake! . Come see our new menu.

24 Beer Garden LIVE music dates are attached… this week features:

Seth Malone Band 7PM playing requests most Thursdays.

Seth Malone, requests … 7PM Thursday July 2

Juno Smile, fiddling around… 6PM Friday July 3

Dolly Creamer / Sarah Harris 7PM Tuesday July 7

Dolly Creamer / Sarah Harris 7 PM Wednesday July 8

See schedule

FISHING Guide KNOWLEDGE? Tackle shop position available! Call Rob at Store… since 2004! 907-398-3987. Apply at Jobs@GwinsLodge.com

Book a cabin at: GwinsLodge.com or email Rob at Reservation@GwinsLodge.com

Thank you! Keith at 907-398-3985