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
Using Free Seasoning Packets to Make ‘Pizza Pasta’ [RECIPE]
At pizza places, you have the option to grab some additional flavor packs like red pepper flakes and garlic seasoning. I thought I could use these to flavor noodles to make a 'Pizza Pasta' of sorts. Let's give it a shot!
Starbucks’ First New Holiday Drink in Five Years — The ‘Chestnut Praline Latte’
For the first time in five years, Starbucks has come out with a new holiday drink to keep you warm during these bitter winter days. Introducing the Chestnut Praline Latte. How is it? Let's find out!
‘Leisure Suit Larry’ is Now Available for… Nintendo Entertainment System?
That's right. They still release new games for the old 8-bit Nintendo (NES) and, after years of work, the people at KHAN games released what's arguably the most controversial game of all time - Leisure Suit Larry!
Five Things You Can Buy on eBay for $1,000 Right Now
We've giving you a chance to win $1,000 by listening each weekday in November. That's no small chunk of change. Do you have any ideas what you'd spend the money on? Just for fun, I decided to browse eBay for the craziest stuff I could possibly buy with $1,000. Here's what I found.
My 10 Favorite Games in the Internet Arcade [PLAY FOR FREE]
Recently the guys who run the Internet Archive have decided to archive a lot of old video games. We're talking over 900 classic video games that you can play right through your Internet browser.With so many options, where to begin? Sure, you've heard of Frogger, Space Invaders and many others on this list, but what about the others? Here are my 10 recommendations that I'd invite you to check out w
Five Ways to Avoid People When you Win $1,000
No doubt you've heard by now that we have your chance to win $1,000 twice a weekday throughout the month of November. If you win, your name will be announced on the air, you might even hear your voice in promotional commercials and your picture may be featured on our website...
Last-Minute Halloween Costume Idea: Poor Ninja
Oh no! It's Halloween and you just now decided that you want to dress up. What can you wear using things you have around the house? Here's one idea just for you.
My Wife Brought Three Bags to Work Today. Guess What’s In the Hawaiian Bag
My wife came with me to work for a little bit this morning, but needed three bags. Not just her purse or anything, but it looked as if she were set to go on a weeklong vacation. Take a wild guess as to what you think is in that beige Hawaiian bag. You might be surprised.
Gamers Raised $5.1 Million During Extra Life Gaming Marathon
This past weekend was the Extra Life video game marathon.
It gave gamers a chance to play video games for 24 hours straight, requesting donations for the good of the cause. Players chose the local children's charity of their choice and started playing. This year, the national total came to $5,102,500.90!
Does My Smile Matches the Smile on my Hoodie [POLL]
One of my favorite hoodies that I own and wear often is a blue hoodie featuring Totoro's face. Someone mentioned that my smile looks like Totoro's smile. What do you think?
Totoro sure has a broad grin, for sure. I don't know if I see it, but kind of get it...
New ‘Air New Zealand’ Safety Video Brings Out the Inner-Hobbit in All Of Us
This is how all safety videos should be. Not just the ones shown on flights to New Zealand, but all of them. Everywhere.
It’s Been One of ‘Those’ Days – Why My Headphones Didn’t Work.
We've all had those days where you'd forget your head if it weren't screwed on. Days where you pop something on the stove, but forget to turn it on, days where you can't find the sunglasses that are on top of your head... Today, I had one of those days.
My headphones wouldn't work and I couldn't figure out why.