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
Is It Illegal to Bury Your Dog in Your Backyard in Washington State?
It's something nobody wants to think about but, inevitably, the time will come for your pet to move on. It's never easy. What might be a hard conversation to have later is what to do with your former pet. Do you take it to a pet cemetery? Can you get them cremated? What's often the free route is to basically have your own burial in your own backyard... but is that even legal?
A Delicious Pizza-by-the-Slice Place Just Opened and it’s Amazing
I think we can all agree that pizza is pretty much the best food on the planet. Nice and simple and one that most can agree on when it comes to finding something to eat. Whether it's in celebration or a cost-efficient way to feed several, pizza is the way to go...
Open Letter to Alaska Air: “Stop Removing the Early Flight Out of Yakima.”
Dear Alaska Air,
I love to travel. I find myself flying out of YKM several times a year. Yes, the flight is early but landing in Seattle gives me enough time to catch any connecting flight I need. Nice and convenient! I don't have to drive to Seattle and, better yet, I don't have to drive home from Seattle after flying across the country...
How Many Dogs Can You Legally Own in Yakima?
Just to let you know, right upfront, so many people in the Yakima Valley are breaking this rule right now. Maybe they never knew, who knows. But a topic came up with how many is too many dogs. Well, with a quick bit of research, I was curious to know how many dogs one could legally own in Washington state...
Good News! Washington is The Best States for Nurses
If you happen to be a nurse in Washington state there's some great news for you. According to WalletHub, Washington state happens to be the best state to be a nurse.
Discover Great Deals and Finds at the West Valley Flea Market May 7
the Outdoor Spring Flea Market is coming May 7. Last year was a great time and a great turnout so they're bringing back. You'll find it on May 7th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the West Valley Fire Station, 10000 Zier Road in West Valley. Parking at the West Valley High School...
New Grocery Store Opening in Yakima where Everything is Free
Imagine getting a basket of essetial groceries you need for your family, walk up to the counter and, instead of telling you a price, they say, "Thank you! Have a great day!" without asking for a single cent.
This is not an April Fool's joke, this is a reality thanks to our friends at Northwest Harvest...
‘Daily Deals’, a New Store in Yakima, Sells Amazon Returns for $12 or Less
Let's say you buy something on Amazon that you have to return. No worries, you can just ship it back to Amazon often without the hassle... but then what happens to it? Amazon can't just resell it. But this store can! Introducing Daily Deals, a new store in the area that sells new items and for a set price every day...
New Boba (Bubble Tea) Place in Union Gap Offers Drinks, Pastries and Tranquility
I had the pleasure of stopping by the newest place for boba in Union Gap, JayDay Cafe & Boba. This was during the soft open so they didn't have pastries, yet, but all the drinks on the menu were available. I ordered their signature drink simpled titled Whatever and it was great...
Disgusting! You Can Buy Mac n’ Cheese Ice Cream Because Of Course you Can
Making my way down the frozen treats section of Walmart my eye caught something I've never seen before. Kraft Macaroni and Cheese ice cream. I thought it was a joke for a moment but the more I looked at it, the more I realized it really was what it was...