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!"
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Over 70 Halloween Trunk or Treats and Activities Happening in Yakima Valley This Halloween Weekend
Yakima sure loves their Trunk or Treats and no reason why not. You know you're in a safe environment, it's all for fun, and your kids know they're walking away with a bag full of treats. Over the years Yakima has gone very much in favor of these Trunk or Treats with new ones popping up every year...
Halloween Express May be a Better Store than Spirit Halloween [PHOTOS]
Most in Yakima are upset that we didn't get a Spirit Halloween. Sure, they have one in Tri-Cities and even Moses Lake but no Spirit Halloween for Yakima.
Spirit Halloween was a staple Halloween store in Yakima for several years. Many would look out for empty buildings to be the new location that year as it changes from year to year, opening just for the month to supply everyone with anything they
Paid Airport Parking Returns in November With Increased Fees
Well, it was free while it lasted, but couldn't stay free for ever.
In the past Yakima's airport would provide parking for a fee. you could park for a few hours as needed or overnight parking if you're flying out on a round trip somewhere fun and exciting...
Best Hiking Spots for Mushroom Hunting in Washington
The Pacific Northwest has the best hiking and mushroom foraging than anywhere in the United States and maybe even the world. Of course I may be biased but there are people who fly into Washington just for our hiking trails and more. Yakima, itself, has a nice Yakima Valley Mushroom Society who do trips often or have people kind of do their own thing...
I’m Addicted to Edamame and After You Try it You Will be, Too.
If you find yourself at a Japanese restaurant that may have sushi and/or ramen you might have fun looking at the appetizer menu. These items, like most restaurants, are small, simple, quick things they can make for you in the meantime while waiting on your main entrée.
A...
Fall Wild Mushroom Show is Free to Attend on October 22
"Hey, is that mushroom edible?"
"Every mushroom is edible at least once."
Washington State is a wonderful area for mushroom hunting.
If you didn't know or were aware, Yakima has a growing mushroom society full of mushroom enthusiasts who love to collect, gather, showcase, and, of course, eat...
Safeway Has a Hidden Discount Rack Nobody Knows About
We have a few Safeway stores around Yakima. Nice and convenient, easy to pop in and out for any occasion and grab what you need. For me I always find myself going down the cereal aisle and, like clockwork, find myself ending up in the bakery grabbing bread or hot dog buns and the occasional slice of cake to go...
5 Yakima Restaurants I Would Love to See Use the New ‘Pepper X’
No doubt you've heard by now that there's a new sheriff in town when it comes to the hottest pepper in the world. Pepper X has been crowned by the Guinness World Records people to be the hottest pepper in the world, officially dethroning the Carolina Reaper...
Major Cigarette Law Could be Coming to WA, OR, CA
There was a time when you could smoke just about anywhere. Restaurants would ask you, "smoking or non?" Smoking was allowed on planes. Even places like McDonalds and Burger King would have ash trays for you to use. Smoking was socially acceptable indoors in most places...
If You Hear ‘Code Brown’, Leave Immediately and Call 911
Have you ever been shopping at Walmart and hear phrases on the intercom like 'Code Red', 'Code Adam' (let's hope not, you'll find out why soon), 'Code B' and more? Well, those are secret (and some not-so-secret) codes they use to let the other employees know what's going on and not to disrupt your shopping experience...
If You Love Lunchables, You’ll Love this Cold Pizza Restaurant
I've heard fables of a certain pizza place that serves their pizza cold on purpose. The crust is baked with the sauce, but the toppings like cheese and pepperoni are placed afterwards and served cold as such.
Yes, it's real.
Beto's in Pittsburgh, PA, has this pizza that some either love or loathe...
Jinkies! Scooby-Doo Doughnuts Have Invaded Krispy Kreme this Halloween
Krispy Kreme is always doing something cool. Promotions and events like 'talk like a pirate day' to introducing new flavors throughout the seasons, there's always plenty of reason to visit your local Krispy Kreme.
Just in time for Halloween, they now have doughnuts themed with Scooby-Doo...