John Riggs was born and raised in Yakima. He moved away from Washington state for about 10 years, but moved back home, bringing along his wife and three kids. You'll find John in town snapping photos when he's covering new business openings, especially restaurants. He loves to help spread the word, and to encourage folks to shop local first. John also loves to travel, always looking for quick weekend getaways, attending events, and fan expos around the country. Don't be too shy to say, "Hi!"
John Riggs
Yakima’s Favorite ‘Daily Deals’ Store is Coming Back to Yakima
Looking for great bargains in Yakima? Daily Deals offers a wide range of products at decreasing prices, with items as low as $1. Don't miss out! #Yakima
Driving Made Easy: DOL2Go’s Mobile DMV Unit Simplifies License Renewals
Explore how DOL2Go is bringing essential DMV services directly to under-resourced communities.
Dog Eyelid Wipes Recall “Risk of Exposure to Bacteria and Fungi”
Attention dog owners! Project Watson Eyelid Wipes for Dogs have been recalled by the CPSC. Check your twist-on lids with lot numbers A09050 and A10055 for potential contamination.
Igloo Youth Sipper Recalled for Choking Hazard in WA, OR, CA
You would hope to think by now that with so many items being choking hazards we'd have products that there'd be no way of something being a choking hazard anymore, but here we are in the 21st century and, still, we have products aimed for kids that have choking hazards...
Over 1,000 Children’s Pajamas are Being Recalled Due to Burn Hazard in WA, OR, CA
Concerning news: Skims recalls children's pajamas over burn risk. Don't miss out on returning or destroying SKIMS fleece two-piece sets in plaid colors.
Spokane Residents Don’t Care for Popular YouTuber Video About their Town
Discover Spokane through Joe and Nics Road Trip's YouTube video, showcasing its beauty and controversies.
The Worst Bacon in America is Sold Daily in WA
Everything is better with bacon.
Yes, everything.
But, thought process of elimination, there has to be a worst.
24/7 Wall St. went to statistics to find out which bacon happen to be the worst according to user reviews and, as it turns out, the bacon voted least popular is also the bacon that probably sells the best...
Small WA Town Named One of the Top 50 Best Places to Live in the US
Washington State has a lot to offer. With just about every type of outdoor activity you can think of from biking to kayaking to skiing and snowboarding to mountain climbing and so many other activities, it's no wonder why Washington State is the state to visit for any reason...
10 Tasty Approved Cereals You Can Buy Using WIC and SNAP in WA State
Breakfast cereal was one of those foods that I never got tired of. Easy enough for me to make for myself when I was younger as I didn't need to use the stove or pots or pans or anything. Quick and easy. Though now I rarely eat it for breakfast, so much more of an after-work snack or late-night treat, I still love cereal today...
From Pixels to Pints: The Best Gaming Bars and Cafes in Washington
There has been a bit of a resurgence of arcades in the last decade or so. What once was the go-to hangout spot in many malls and pizza parlors across the nation is now taking the demographic that grew up with them in the '80s and '90s and now have bars that also have these classic video games...
Understanding The Legal Ramifications Of Shopping Cart Theft In Washington State
Discover why taking a shopping cart without permission is considered theft in Washington State.
Pop-Tarts are Releasing ‘Trat-Pops’ in Time for ‘Unfrosted’ on Netflix
There's a new movie on Netflix on May 3rd that deals with a fictional history of the classic Kellogg's Pop-Tart.
If you're unaware, here's the trailer.
Jerry Seinfeld and his love for Pop-Tarts made this fan-fiction film about how Pop-Tarts came about...