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
5 Things You can Buy in WA with One Hour of Minimum Wage
$7.25. That's the federal minimum wage. That's the absolute least amount you can get paid legally allowed by the government is $7.25.
According to L&I the minimum wage in Yakima is about $15 an hour. That's a lot more than the $4 an hour I was making in the 90s but that's another story...
Brave Enough to Try the ‘Hot Ones’ Last Dab Wings at this Yakima Eatery?
There are no lack of options to find some decent wings in Yakima. Most pubs around town, of course we have the great Buffalo Wild Wings at Valley Mall and even places like Ozeki that carry a Korean-style wing that were amazing. I'm a huge fan of wings so it's nice to see...
The Hourly Wage You Need to Afford Rent in Washington State
Say it with me.
"The rent is too damn high!"
It was high back then and with most places raising the rent every 6 months or so, it's getting worse and worse.
To the point where many are having trouble making ends meet with the rent and power and food and any other essentials...
Cruises Leaving Seattle Will Enforce this Buffet Rule
I've never been on a cruise but it has always sounded like a fun idea.
Boarding a giant party boat with live entertainment and music and dancing and quiz games and karaoke and sight-seeing and making new friends and...
...yeah, who am I kidding...
These Korean-style Chicken Wings in Yakima are So Sticky They Give you a Glove
I found myself at a favorite place of mine in Yakima for lunch. Whenever I'm anywhere that has a new menu item, I always perk right up with curiosity.
They had listed Korean-style chicken, both sweet and spicy as well as plain.
Welp! Given the option, let's go sweet and spicy and see how we do from there...
These Eastern WA Towns Named Two of the Most Expensive in the US
When you think of the most expensive towns in Washington State you probably think of cities like Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia or maybe even those places like Issaquah and others.
And you'd be right.
Though there are towns considered expensive though they're smaller in size...
Some of the Best Conspiracy Theories and Rumors from Yakima
A little while back I was looking at the best conspiracy theories from Spokane as that place has some weird stuff about it. Well, I asked the good people of our good town the same question. Asking about some of the best conspiracy theories about Yakima and got back some amazing answers...
One of the Most Haunted Places in Washington is 3 Hours from Yakima
Washington is no stranger to the macabre. From UFO sightings to Bigfoot to conspiracy theories, and so much more, Washington state is a hot spot for the paranormal.
There's a list of some of the most haunted places in all of Washington State and one on the list is only a drive away from Yakima...
When Do We Set our Clocks Back in Fall for Daylight Saving Time 2023?
The idea of Daylight Saving Time (not Daylight Savings Time as so many say and type) is an ancient tradition that needs to be abolished.
Well, maybe not that harsh, but still.
For over 100 years we, along with many other countries, spring forward and fall back every year for the notion of having extra day light in spring and summer and lose the light in fall and winter...
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!