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
Valley Mall Will Have a ‘Winter Wonderland’ Ice Rink This Holiday Season
⛸️Who's ready for their Hallmark Christmas Movie Moment? LOL. Outdoor ice Skating will be fun!
Applebee’s Closing 25-35 Locations Across the Country
Applebee's is kind of the staple 'not sure where to go or what we're hungry for and everyone keeps arguing on where to go' restaurants that appeals to most. It's one of my kid's favorite places in town as, again, you know what you're getting every time...
These Stores were Named Best Grocery Store in WA, OR and CA
Do you have a favorite grocery store?
I try to mix it up when shopping in Yakima. I like stopping by Wray's when I just need a few things. I'll find myself at Safeway for things I know they have on the shelf. If I'm stocking up my fridge I may opt for WinCo...
This Peach Cobbler Smoothie in Yakima is Perfect for This Time of Year
I found myself at one of my kids favorite coffee stands to get themselves some liquid energy this morning. Though I wasn't planning on getting anything for myself, I saw a sign on the window that stood out to me.
Peach Cobble Smoothie...
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...