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
How Much Money Does It Take to Be Considered Middle Class in WA?
How much money is considered middle class in WA? See where your income falls on the bracket.
Do You Know?! The World’s Largest Freezer is Found in Eastern Washington
The largest freezer in the world is located in Washington state.
Did You Know? It’s Illegal to Leave the House if you Have a Common Cold in Washington
Washington's law against exposing others to contagious diseases rarely enforced, despite applying to common colds.
7 Best Websites to File Your WA State Federal Taxes Online (Including Free Options)
It's about that time once again where we have to figure out how taxes work. I have a feeling that more people in the United States can explain the pythagrian therom or tell you the mitochondria is the powerhouse of a cell, but when it comes to doing your taxes, many are left kinda clueless...
Nobody Wants to Retire in Washington State
What do you plan on doing in your retirement?
Perhaps you want to travel. There are plenty who just want to live in paradise and warmer weather. There are some who want to just live in retirement communities to live out their days in a group atmosphere...
From Ackee To Redfish: Exploring Illegal Foods In America
Foie gras, a controversial food involving force-feeding geese, is deemed inhumane.
Will It Be Legal to Smoke Magic Mushrooms in WA State? This Proposed Bill Says Yes
If the first thing you thought of was 'wait a minute, that photo isn't of magic mushrooms', then this article is for you.
It took Washington State long enough to finally allow marihuana use for those who wanted to partake outside of medicinal use...
Are You Legally Allowed to Skate on an Ice Pond in WA and OR?
With our current arctic temperatures and water freezing over, you think back to those olden days when people would just ice skate right on the frozen pond. I never liked that idea. Especially now-a-days I've seen far too many videos of people falling in so that's a not thanks from me, but let's say the pond is shallow enough that you know the ice has frozen all the way through, or definitely thick
Daylight Saving Time May be Ending in WA This Year
Spring forward.
Fall backward.
And, if this new bill passes, we can just stay right where we are with your antiquated version of time hokey pokey.
For years, Daylight Saving was a way to have more natural light during the day and into the night...
Should You Air your Tires in Freezing Temperatures in WA?
Does this happen to you? I can almost plan on it happening to me every time the temperature drops in Yakima. I'm often less concerned if my car will start in colder weather but wondering if my tire will go flat enough for the tire sensor will light up...
Alaska Airlines CEO Explains Next steps on the Boeing 737-9 MAX
On January 5th, people flying a Boeing 737-9 MAX from Portland to California were in for a surprise when, for lack of better terms, there was a 'change in cabin pressure'.
@strawberr.vy Girls’ trip turned into emergency landing trip… #alaska #alaskaair ♬ original sound - vy 🍓
It's been a couple of weeks since this incident. In an update, Alaska Airl...
No Sled? No Problem! Here are 5 Things You Can Use In Lieu of Sleds on a WA Snow Day
Growing up in Yakima we had a few decent sledding spots from the Franklin Terraces to many of our local schools, like that awesome one in West Valley. But maybe you don't have access to a sled or they're all sold out in your local stores. What do you use...