The 5 Candidates for Mr. Grand County

A community depends on people whose work becomes part of daily life — the familiar face at a store, the driver helping someone reach an appointment or the historian preserving a local story. In Grand County, those contributions connect essential services with cultural traditions and personal relationships. The Mr. Grand County category in The Best of Grand recognizes individuals within that broader community celebration. Their roles show how service, small-business ownership and historic preservation contribute to life in Granby and Grand Lake.

Bob Scott || Bob Scott’s Authentic Indian Jewelry

Bob Scott has spent decades connecting customers with Native American artisans through Bob Scott’s Authentic Indian Jewelry on Grand Lake’s historic boardwalk. The shop carries handcrafted sterling silver and turquoise jewelry alongside vintage collectibles, antiques and historic Western artifacts. Scott’s relationships with craftspeople and collectors support the presentation of traditional Southwestern art while continuing the region’s trading post traditions.

Cody Riley || City Market

As a clerk and fuel station associate at City Market in Granby, Cody Riley works on the front lines of a business supplying groceries, household essentials and fuel. His role involves daily customer interactions and supporting service in a busy retail setting. That work connects him with residents and visitors who rely on the store for everyday needs and mountain travel.

Ed Reagner || R&J Liquors

Ed Reagner oversees R&J Liquors in downtown Granby as an owner-operator focused on customer service and inventory selection. The store offers beer, wine and spirits, including Colorado craft beverages, mainstream brands and specialty items. Reagner shapes the selection around community preferences, serving residents and visitors shopping for local gatherings and recreation outings.

Dave Naples || Moffat Road Railroad Museum

Preserving railroad history has been a decadeslong undertaking for Dave Naples, founder and executive director of Granby’s Moffat Road Railroad Museum. His work has included acquiring historic rail equipment, securing land, funding expansions and building detailed model displays. The museum combines outdoor train exhibits, historic passenger cars and a caboose with a model layout depicting David Moffat’s route over the Continental Divide. Seasonal events and school field trips extend that preservation work into public education.

Kim Long || Mountain Family Center

Kim Long helps older Grand County residents stay connected through work as a Grand Seniors driver with Mountain Family Center. Long provides transportation to medical appointments, nutrition services, senior meals and community outings, addressing the distances that can separate mountain residents from essential services. Beyond that role, Long participates in the local arts community through the Grand Chorale a cappella group and the Grand Lake Folk Music Society.

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