John Riggs

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!"

Popular Gas Station in Washington State Closing 1,000 Stores

Gas stations, to me, are as much a part of our economic culture than almost anything. Everyone has to get gas somewhere and, fortunately, they have gas stations just about everywhere. From filling your tank to getting gas for the lawnmower or maybe even just popping in to the food mart inside in many gas stations, there's always reason to visit one...

These Tiny Invasive Crabs are Eating All our WA Seafood

We get stories about invasive species every so often. These include pests or bugs or anything, really, not native to our area but have made the new area their home and, in turn, are destroying that area's ecosystem including plants, wildlife, native creatures and more...

Godfather’s Pizza is Back in Yakima… Kinda

For many years, Godfather's Pizza in Yakima was a favorite by many. Known for piling toppings in a literal mound while drinking soda and playing video games or your favorite track on the jukebox, Godfather's Pizza was an experience that you just had to be there for...

This WA Town is One of the Most Green Cities in the United States

As technology advances we have ways of getting our energy from a more eco-friendly, greener sources. And, as a collective, many are doing our part in making sure we keep our planet as clean as possible by doing things like recycling, not driving gasoline-powered cars as much, and things of that nature...

Buy Local! Seattle Makes Top 10 Cities to Buy Local Food

I've always had a shop local mentality. I think it was something distilled in me from my father when I was growing up. The art of buying local means you're supporting local businesses and their families where that local economy stays locally so those families you're supporting use that money to support other local businesses as well...

It’s Always a Good Time to Visit the Yakima Valley Museum

A quick trip to the Yakima Valley Museum is always a good time.

WSDOT Warns Toll-Bridge Drivers: Use Good To Go!, Not Doxo

WSDOT is warning travelers about using Doxo to pay their toll bridge fees.

WARNING: ‘Toxic’ Apple Juice from Walmart Containing Arsenic Being Recalled

Did you buy apple juice at Walmart recently? If you did you're not alone. In fact, over 9,500 cases was sold to 25 states and can cause some harm if ingested. The apple juice in question is just for the 8oz bottles that are sold in a 6-pack from the Great Value brand...

These are the 10 Best High Schools in Washington State

These are the best high shcools in Washington State.

Washington’s Gen Z Drivers More Responsible than Most Drivers in the United States

There's one thing I'm pretty sure we can all agree on. That is that you're a decent driver. I didn't say you were a fantastic driver, but you're a decent driver doing your best in the interest and safety of others. While you're a decent driver, everyone else on the road is a complete moron...