Michael Bishop
@michaelbishop.me
civic minded technologist who likes to build things on the web. enjoys practicing Gyotaku. used to have people line up for his cooking.
I operate @tampamonitor.com
Tampa, FL
https://michaelbishop.me
he/him @miklb on Twitter/GitHub
I operate @tampamonitor.com
Tampa, FL
https://michaelbishop.me
he/him @miklb on Twitter/GitHub
Big news.
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay has been sold, and is locally-owned for the first time since 2009
A vintage Creative Loafing Tampa Bay stand in April 2020. For the first time in 18 years, Creative Loafing Tampa Bay is locally-owned. On Thursday
www.cltampa.com
January 16, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Big news.
Tampa's Mayor Jane Castor isn't popular in some circles but c'mon, she's getting a briefing on accessibility while she's got her pup in her lap.
January 16, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Tampa's Mayor Jane Castor isn't popular in some circles but c'mon, she's getting a briefing on accessibility while she's got her pup in her lap.
You should be so lucky
January 16, 2026 at 1:51 AM
You should be so lucky
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Seeking scientist volunteers for the 2026 spring semester! Want to practice science communication and help author a 🌟comic🌟 about your research? Apply by 1/25. Please share widely. bit.ly/comicscollabspring2026
January 15, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Seeking scientist volunteers for the 2026 spring semester! Want to practice science communication and help author a 🌟comic🌟 about your research? Apply by 1/25. Please share widely. bit.ly/comicscollabspring2026
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i actually live in a district that might be the kind of competitive that attracts attention, in a city that holds real significance for trump and his minions. there might be goons at my polling place and if i see them i'll give a smile and a wave and i'll cast my fucking ballot
January 15, 2026 at 6:07 PM
i actually live in a district that might be the kind of competitive that attracts attention, in a city that holds real significance for trump and his minions. there might be goons at my polling place and if i see them i'll give a smile and a wave and i'll cast my fucking ballot
Apparently this guy's antics this week resulted in the meeting being canceled before it started.
update
January 15, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Apparently this guy's antics this week resulted in the meeting being canceled before it started.
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Are you running mutual aid deliveries? I made a little tool to optimize your delivery routes: routeoptimizer.mapki.com
Give it a starting/pickup address, the number of vehicles available, and the dropoff addresses and it spits out driving directions for each car as a PDF with Google and Apple links
Give it a starting/pickup address, the number of vehicles available, and the dropoff addresses and it spits out driving directions for each car as a PDF with Google and Apple links
Mutual Aid Delivery Route Optimizer
routeoptimizer.mapki.com
January 15, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Are you running mutual aid deliveries? I made a little tool to optimize your delivery routes: routeoptimizer.mapki.com
Give it a starting/pickup address, the number of vehicles available, and the dropoff addresses and it spits out driving directions for each car as a PDF with Google and Apple links
Give it a starting/pickup address, the number of vehicles available, and the dropoff addresses and it spits out driving directions for each car as a PDF with Google and Apple links
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I have discovered a planet. It is a sphere devoid of disasters -- but with naps. 6 moons rest tenderly below the smiling star. Can you go there with me?
January 14, 2026 at 9:25 PM
I have discovered a planet. It is a sphere devoid of disasters -- but with naps. 6 moons rest tenderly below the smiling star. Can you go there with me?
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Under existing law, local governments are authorized — but not required — to enact such ordinances. The bill would require cities and counties to authorize the units by Dec. 1. floridaphoenix.com/2026/01/14/p...
Proposal to allow more ADUs to boost state's housing stock moves in Senate • Florida Phoenix
A proposal to boost affordable housing by allowing what are known as accessory dwelling units (ADUs) — including in-law suites, garage apartments, and backyard cottages — in areas usually restricted t...
floridaphoenix.com
January 14, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Under existing law, local governments are authorized — but not required — to enact such ordinances. The bill would require cities and counties to authorize the units by Dec. 1. floridaphoenix.com/2026/01/14/p...
if you need cheering up, look for a recent video of Mitch McConnell trying to speak.
January 14, 2026 at 6:06 PM
if you need cheering up, look for a recent video of Mitch McConnell trying to speak.
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Gavin Newsom has been in touch with the California attorney general's office about this topic, I'm told. CA AG just announced that it was opening an investigation into the "proliferation of nonconsensual sexually explicit material produced using Grok."
January 14, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Gavin Newsom has been in touch with the California attorney general's office about this topic, I'm told. CA AG just announced that it was opening an investigation into the "proliferation of nonconsensual sexually explicit material produced using Grok."
a real life "no regrets" made me smile
The worker, identified as TJ Sabula in the Washington Post, said “I don’t feel as though fate looks upon you often, and when it does, you better be ready to seize the opportunity. And today I think I did that.” www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
January 14, 2026 at 3:37 AM
a real life "no regrets" made me smile
a lot to love about this post from @chriscoyier.net
the animation on the hero image as you scroll down, the nostalgia of print design, the slider component inside an embedded CodePen 🤯
the animation on the hero image as you scroll down, the nostalgia of print design, the slider component inside an embedded CodePen 🤯
Simulating Crop Marks
Crop marks are an idea that comes from the print design world. Design in the bleed area will be cut away by giant cutter machines, and that bleed area is designated by the crop marks. We can do it on ...
frontendmasters.com
January 13, 2026 at 11:42 PM
a lot to love about this post from @chriscoyier.net
the animation on the hero image as you scroll down, the nostalgia of print design, the slider component inside an embedded CodePen 🤯
the animation on the hero image as you scroll down, the nostalgia of print design, the slider component inside an embedded CodePen 🤯
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“Is the problem that two sides are too far apart,” he asked, “or that one side is organised around hate and the other around love and dignity?” peterlevine.ws?p=35120
January 13, 2026 at 6:19 PM
“Is the problem that two sides are too far apart,” he asked, “or that one side is organised around hate and the other around love and dignity?” peterlevine.ws?p=35120
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Not sure if I know anyone on this platform, but I'm the Restaurant and Dining writer at the Cincinnati Enquirer. Give me a follow if you're interested in Midwestern or Northern Kentucky cuisine.
This mom-and-pop Mexican joint serves real-deal tacos, real-deal vibes
This is the kind of place you root for: a mom-and-pop business that serves inexpensive food made with care.
www.cincinnati.com
January 13, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Not sure if I know anyone on this platform, but I'm the Restaurant and Dining writer at the Cincinnati Enquirer. Give me a follow if you're interested in Midwestern or Northern Kentucky cuisine.
muting the Dilbert guy’s name as I’d prefer he disappear into obscurity
January 13, 2026 at 5:51 PM
muting the Dilbert guy’s name as I’d prefer he disappear into obscurity
I really wish I could just go pound tequila today.
January 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
I really wish I could just go pound tequila today.
January 13, 2026 at 4:24 PM
country just ain't the same as when I was a kid
George Jones' Widow Countersued Over Ex-Boyfriend's Alleged Cryptocurrency Theft
George Jones’ widow Nancy Jones was countersued by Kirk West in her bid to recover millions of dollars worth of alleged stolen cryptocurrency
www.rollingstone.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:03 AM
country just ain't the same as when I was a kid
via @joelhousman.bsky.social
entry-level IT DC/MD/VA
Reproductive Freedom for All (Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America)
job-boards.greenhouse.io/reproductive...
entry-level IT DC/MD/VA
Reproductive Freedom for All (Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America)
job-boards.greenhouse.io/reproductive...
IT Support Specialist
Washington, DC
job-boards.greenhouse.io
January 13, 2026 at 12:13 AM
via @joelhousman.bsky.social
entry-level IT DC/MD/VA
Reproductive Freedom for All (Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America)
job-boards.greenhouse.io/reproductive...
entry-level IT DC/MD/VA
Reproductive Freedom for All (Formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America)
job-boards.greenhouse.io/reproductive...
I have Doc Martens that are older than that.
semi-regular reminder that ICE was only created in 2003
when you are asked to imagine a world without ICE, you're basically being asked to remember where you were when Lilo & Stitch came out
when you are asked to imagine a world without ICE, you're basically being asked to remember where you were when Lilo & Stitch came out
January 12, 2026 at 8:29 PM
I have Doc Martens that are older than that.
I came across a blog post recently from the type of Florida Republican I remember. Stay out of my bedroom & board room type. He’s none to pleased with the current crop of Republicans & I’m really starting to believe David Jolly could have a chance if Dems will vote for him.
January 12, 2026 at 8:15 PM
I came across a blog post recently from the type of Florida Republican I remember. Stay out of my bedroom & board room type. He’s none to pleased with the current crop of Republicans & I’m really starting to believe David Jolly could have a chance if Dems will vote for him.
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may every exposure convince a lawmaker that this surveillance should not exist
53 Times Flock Safety Hardcoded the Password for America's Surveillance Infrastructure
A responsible disclosure documenting an organization-wide ArcGIS API key exposed across 53 public-facing assets, granting access to the mapping infrastructure underlying approximately 12,000 law enfor...
nexanet.ai
January 12, 2026 at 7:31 PM
may every exposure convince a lawmaker that this surveillance should not exist
Was just talking about this with some people on Friday. He’s not popular in the city.
On social media, Collins confirmed his bid for the role, saying he's running because "leadership is forged under pressure, not in soundbites."
Tampa Republican Jay Collins announces bid for Florida governor
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins is running for governor in the 2026 election. He faces Republican candidates Rep. Byron Donalds — endorsed by President Trump — former House Speaker Paul Renner and invest...
www.wusf.org
January 12, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Was just talking about this with some people on Friday. He’s not popular in the city.