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
Trying a Bite of 25-Year-Old TMNT Cereal
I have a few old boxes of cereal from my youth. One of them was one that was very memorable to me -- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Cereal. It came out in 1989 during the height of its popularity. Let's see if it holds up! (Spoiler alert: it doesn't)
Welcome to the ‘Frozen’ Room — The Room Most Families Had on Christmas Evening
At one of our family get-togethers Christmas night, I heard the sounds of a very familiar song. "Let It Go," from the movie "Frozen," sung in five-part harmony. The kids were belting out it from one of the rooms. I have to wonder if other houses have a kids' room like this, where the kids can go to escape cheek-pinching aunts and boring conversations from grown-ups.
Man Receives Awesome Gift After Meeting a Girlfriend of a Seahawks Player [VIDEO]
This guy happened to be showing his 12th Man pride when a girl approached and asked him to take a photo of herself wearing his jacket. When he asked why, she said she wanted to send the picture to her boyfriend -- running back Robert Turbin. The fan wanted to get something signed in return. This is what he received.
When In Doubt, Get the Child a Roll of Quarters for Christmas
Still need a gift for that hard-to-buy-for child? You don't want to get them the same toy or video game as some other kid, but you don't want to ask other parents what they got their kids.
When in doubt, get them a roll of quarters.
Who Stuffs Your Stockings at Your House? [POLL]
No, it's not an innuendo, I want to know how the stockings are stuffed at your place. Take the poll and let me know.
‘Tis the Season for Fire Safety – Tips on How to Avoid House Fires This Time of Year
Every year there are always stories about how people's houses catch fire. Their home is ablaze, all of their presents turned to ash and it was usually caused by something that was 100% preventable.
"It takes only seconds for a tree to ignite and the entire room to become engulfed in flames,"
-State Fire Marshal Charles Duffy.
Here are a few tips to ensure you stay safe this holiday seaso
How to Wrap Christmas Presents Like a Pro [VIDEO]
If you're anything like me, you're terrible at wrapping presents. I have a terrible time properly aligning the wrapping paper, I never wrap it tight enough, I seem to never know how to crease and fold the paper -- it's pretty embarrassing. This guy from Japan shows a great technique for wrapping a present. I'm going to give this a shot next time I wrap something.
How Not to Have your Wipers Stuck to Your Windshield
I know I'm not the only one who gets his wipers stuck to his windshield. Especially on a frost evening, I have to physically peel them off of the windshield I saw my neighbor do this and thought it was a great idea.
If you know it's going to be a particular cold evening, which is most nights this time of year, put your wipers away from the windshield, like you do when you clean your windows...
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‘Pizza Leias’ — Just in Time for the New ‘Star Wars’ Trailer
Watching the new "Star Wars" preview over and over again and wish you had something to snack on? Why not make some "Pizza Leias?" Here's how to make them.
‘Doritos Nuggets’ are Perfect for Any Party
I was invited to a party where one of the highlights was something unique and crafted specifically for this party. This year, it was 'Dorito Nuggets' - chicken nuggets battered and breaded with crushed Doritos.
Shop Small Business Saturday to Help Support the Local Economy
Everyone knows Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year. But in recent years, the day after Black Friday has been dubbed "Small Business Saturday" -- a day you're encouraged to go out and shop at locally owned stores, eat at some locally owned establishments and keep the money in our community.
Are You Staying In or Going Shopping on Thanksgiving? [POLL]
Black Friday has crept into Thanksgiving Day, offering amazing deals at low, low prices. Black Friday shopping is a tradition for many, but will you risk leaving your family on Thanksgiving to save a few bucks? Take the poll and sound off.