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
Drone Flying Through Fireworks [VIDEO]
Have you ever wondered what it would look like if you could fly through fireworks without getting blown out of the sky? Well, this brave soul sent his drone flying through the sky and rolled film to see what it would look like. Needless to say, it looks absolutely amazing...
How to Make Your Phone Louder [VIDEO]
Picture this: You're outside, hanging out and want to hear some tunes. You fire up radioPup but can't hear it because your smart phone is too quite. What do you do? Use this tip to make your phone a little louder.
How to Make Your Own ‘Condom Plant’
Want to start your own garden, but not sure what to get? Or, worse yet, you don't want to wait for anything to grow. That's no problem at all with these Condom Plants that you can make at home.
Reminder: Your Dogs Hate Fireworks so Bring Them Inside on the 4th
Nothing says the Fourth of July like fireworks in the sky at night. It's a fun spectacle for all ages, but they're not for everyone - especially your dog. That super-sensitive hearing plus the loud explosions in the sky can't be fun. Here's a few things you should know if you're a dog owner leading up to the 4th of July.
I Made an NES Game Starring Two of My Kids Where Teamwork is Needed
Even if you're a hardcore Nintendo fan, you might be scratching your head, saying you've never heard of this title. That's because I made this. My son and daughter don't always get along so I thought I'd make a Nintendo game where they have to use teamwork to get past each level.
I Put My Daughter in Super Mario Brothers for NES
Although everyone knows who Mario is, I didn't think my daughter would want to play as a mustached-wearing plumber so I hacked the game to make it star my daughter instead.
Oreo Soft Cookies from Japan – How Do They Hold Up to the American Version?
I love junk food, I love cookies and I love the Japanese culture. It would only make sense that I would love these Oreos from Japan, but how are these different from the ones we have in America? I had to find out for myself.
Change Your eBay Password! The Latest Security Breach
Unfortunately, it can happen to even the most popular of websites -- and eBay is near the top of that list. After a recent security breach, eBay is encouraging everyone to change their passwords.
Seven Simple Words to Make You an Expert Negotiator
I hate negotiating. I just want to know how much it is and, if it's a good price, I'll buy it. If not, I'll keep looking. And, if not, don't bring down the price hoping I'll buy it for cheaper because, to me, if you were going to be selling for a discounted rate, just tell me what the lowest price would be and I'll make a decision from there.
Even if you're an expert at haggling, according to a mo
Let’s Play ‘Can You Listen to Alone Again by Gilbert O’Sullivan Without Crying’ [VIDEO]
Gilbert O'Sullivan's 'Alone Again (Naturally)' is the saddest song of all time. A fun game you can play while on a roadtrip or just sitting around with friends is can you listen to the song without crying. Let's see if I can do it.
Create Your Masterpiece with the Weave Silk Website [LINK]
I'm always on the look-out for cool websites. This one was brought to my attention a little while ago. Anyone can create art with just a few swipes of your mouse. It's free so try it out for yourself.
Find the Invisible Cow is the Perfect Time Waster at Work
While sitting around waiting for something to happen, I happen to stubble across this website. It's a simple game with a simple objective - Find the Invisible Cow. Do you think you can do it?