How're ya feelin'? I was born and raised right here in Yakima. Though I moved away for about 10 years I found my way back and glad I did. I love to cheerlead new restaurants and businesses coming to town. Also a fan of craft beer, being we live in the hop capital of the world. #ShopLocal #DrinkLocal I have three amazing kids, love breakfast cereal and am a huge retro gamer. I love new video games, too, but have a deep appreciation for the classics on systems like NES and Sega Genesis.
John Riggs
3 Businesses that Need to Movie Into the Old Sears Location
At one time Sears was a staple department store in most towns. Not too many places you can shop to purchase new shoes, back-to-school clothing, a lawn mower, a new suit, bed sheets, a birthday gift and perfume all on the same receipt. Over the years they have shut down more and more stores with our Sears in Yakima standing strong for so many years...
This Gigantic Zombie Pizza is an Insane Twist on a Local Favorite
Let's say you're in the mood for both a Cheese Zombie and pizza. That would be a redundant question as you're always in the mood for Cheese Zombies and you're always in the mood for pizza. But have you thought about combining the two? Very few are brave enough to cross that bridge and act upon all ravenous behavior and, fortunately for people in Yakima, a local restaurant has done that where this
4 Photos of what Yakima Would Look Like as a Woman According to AI
There's a lot of talk about AI and letting these programs draw the art for you. Sometimes ultra-realistic with fantasy landscapes and alternate universes and sometimes, well, it looks like a nightmare with wonky eyes and too many fingers. It's still learning. With all these programs out there to do the work for you I figured I'd use one of these AI art programs and have it illustrate what Yakima w
This ’80s Inspired Airbnb in Kent, WA, is a Blast from the Past
When hotels aren't enough and you want to have, basically, a house when traveling most opt to use Airbnb. You can get a house in a residential area or beach home with lots to choose from. What I like is finding Airbnbs that have a fun gimmick. If you want to relive the 80s and a bit of the 90s then look no further than Kent, Washington, where for only $140 a night you can hop in this timewarp and
Shocking! Spokane, not Seattle, is the Best Place to Get Married in WA
Love is in the air. Maybe it's pesticides but either way you look at it with February comes that dreaded Valentine's Day where you may, just may have your significant other drop to their knee and pop the big question. No, the question isn't, "can you help me back up," but asking them to spend the rest of eternity with them...
Some of the Best Authentic Tacos in WA are Found at a Gas Station?!
Living in the Pacific Northwest there is no shortage of great Mexican food. Not just Mexican food in general but you can find food found from different regions of Mexico at many places in Washington state and especially the Yakima Valley...
4 Yakima Homes You Can Buy for Less than a 30-Second Super Bowl Commercial
Seven. Million Dollars.
According to Joe Pompliano, entrepreneur, investor and sports guy, This year's commercials are costing companies seven million dollars, up half a million from last year. And the price of these commercials have gone up and up from the previous years...
Washington State is Not the Best for Singles, but Definitely Not the Worst
Well, it's about time for Valentine's Day... again.
And here you are without a valentine... again.
Well, it's not your fault and it never was. You're a perfect 10 and you know it. Maybe it's just where we live. As it turns out, Washington state isn't the best place to be single. It's not bad, but it's not great. It doesn't even rank in the Top 10 places for singles.
Remember when Safeway Was All About Goo Goo Cluster? I Found Some in WA
There was a time in Yakima, specifically in the '90s, when it seemed like Goo Goo Cluster was just as local as Snickers or Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. They always had them in the candy aisle and always had them on that impulse 'are you sure you don't need some extra sugar for the road' racks at the check stand, themselves...
Help Celebrate with These Amazing Local-Area YouTube Channels
There's a lot of talent on YouTube. So many of today's mega-stars and people your kids look up to are being discovered on YouTube by just having fun. I mean, after all, it's free to start and host your own YouTube channel. Many do it now as a full-time job through sponsorships and endorsements...
Subway Restaurants in Yakima are No Longer Taking National Coupons
Suppose you find yourself at a local area Subway sometime in the near future because you can't live without those delectable meatball subs or the infamous Subway Club. In that case, they have signs posted both on the doors as well as inside the store at the counter that they are no longer accepting coupons...
Next Time You’re at MOD Pizza, You’re Safe to Get the Hot Honey
Last night I attended the MOD Pizza takeover along with Eisenhower High School for their Mr. Ike pageant. It was a wonderful turn out. Thank you everyone who attended. I never need a reason to visit MOD Pizza as I'm a fan to begin with but anytime I can eat delicious food with cool people and it helps support our local area people through fundraising efforts, I'm all for it...