Florida Newspapers
Browse 164 newspapers from Florida, from major metropolitan dailies to community weeklies.
Consolidated chain ownership heavily characterizes the Sunshine State's modern publishing market, contrasting with its early history of independent pioneer presses. The Poynter Institute owns the locally operated Tampa Bay Times, which maintains the highest regional circulation figures. Further south, the McClatchy-owned Miami Herald provides historically extensive coverage of Latin American affairs, while the Orlando Sentinel and the Sun Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale both operate under Tribune Publishing ownership. Given the substantial Hispanic demographic, Spanish-language dailies like El Nuevo Herald and weekly local papers play a critical role in regional media distribution. Paperboy indexes 164 Florida newspapers — browse the full directory below.
News Leader
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Founded in 1854, the Fernandina Beach News-Leader is Nassau County's oldest and most comprehensive news source. It provides twice-weekly coverage of local government, community events, and sports for Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island, maintaining a long-standing tradition of community journalism in Northeast Florida.
News Press
Fort Myers, Florida
Serving Southwest Florida since 1884, this publication provides comprehensive local news and investigative reporting for the Fort Myers metropolitan area. As a Gannett-owned outlet, it maintains a significant digital and print presence, focusing on regional politics, community issues, and the development of Lee County.
News Sun
Sebring, Florida
Serving the residents of Highlands County, this publication provides local news, community updates, and sports coverage for the Sebring area and its surrounding communities. With a history spanning over a century, it remains a primary source of information for regional events and public affairs in central Florida.
Newscaster
Yankeetown, Florida
The Newscaster is a local news publication serving the Nature Coast region of Florida, including communities like Yankeetown. It provides coverage of police activity, public notices, and regional events. The newspaper maintains digital archives and focuses on essential community information for residents of Citrus and Levy counties.
North Port Sun
North Port, Florida
The North Port Sun is a daily newspaper serving North Port, Florida, and the surrounding Sarasota County area. Part of the Sun Coast network, it provides local news coverage on municipal government, education, high school athletics, and community events, focusing on issues specifically affecting residents in the Suncoast region.
Northwest Florida Daily News
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Serving the communities of Okaloosa and Walton counties, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, military affairs at Eglin Air Force Base, and regional news. With a history spanning over a century, it serves as the primary source of daily journalism for the Emerald Coast's residents and visitors.
Ocala News
Ocala, Florida
Serving as the primary source of daily journalism for Marion County, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues. With a history spanning over a century, it stands as the most prominent media outlet for news and information in the greater Ocala area.
Ocala Star-Banner
Ocala, Florida
The Ocala Star-Banner is a daily newspaper serving Ocala and Marion County, Florida. Established in 1866, it provides comprehensive local news, sports, and community information. Owned by Gannett, it is part of the USA TODAY Network, maintaining a strong print and digital presence in North Central Florida.
Orlando Business Journal
Orlando, Florida
The Orlando Business Journal provides comprehensive coverage of the Central Florida economy, focusing on industries such as tourism, technology, and real estate. As part of the American City Business Journals network, it offers breaking news, lead-generation tools, and in-depth analysis for local business professionals and executives.
Orlando Sentinel
Orlando, Florida
Serving Central Florida since 1876, this Pulitzer Prize-winning publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, local politics, and tourism industry developments. It remains a primary source of investigative journalism and community discourse for the diverse population across the Orlando metropolitan area.
Orlando Times
Orlando, Florida
Serving the Central Florida area since 1978, this publication functions as a vital voice for the African American community by highlighting local news, civic issues, and cultural achievements. It maintains a long-standing commitment to community advocacy and journalistic representation for populations often underserved by mainstream media outlets.
Orlando Weekly
Orlando, Florida
Serving as a prominent alternative voice in Central Florida, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, arts, culture, and nightlife. It is widely recognized for its provocative investigative journalism and its role as a primary resource for residents seeking independent perspectives on regional politics and entertainment.
Osceola News Gazette
Kissimmee, Florida
Serving the residents of Osceola County since 1910, this publication provides comprehensive local news coverage and community reporting for the Kissimmee and St. Cloud areas. It stands as the region's primary newspaper of record, focusing on local government, public school districts, and community-driven human interest stories.
Our Town News
Coral Springs, Florida
Our Town News is a community-focused monthly publication serving Coral Springs, Parkland, and surrounding areas in South Florida. It provides local residents with news on community events, school activities, and municipal updates, while offering a platform for local businesses to reach the neighborhood through targeted advertising.
Palatka Daily News
Palatka, Florida
The Palatka Daily News serves Putnam County, Florida, providing comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and community events. Published Tuesday through Saturday, it remains a primary information source for Palatka residents, documenting regional developments, local government activities, and human-interest stories across the Northeast Florida area.
Palm Beach Daily News
Palm Beach, Florida
Known affectionately as "The Shiny Sheet," this publication has served as the definitive source for local news and society coverage in one of America’s most affluent communities since 1897. Its editorial focus provides an intimate look at the philanthropic, social, and civic affairs of Palm Beach residents, maintaining a long-standing reputation as a niche chronicle of high-society life.
Palm Beach Post
West Palm Beach, Florida
Serving as the primary news source for Palm Beach County, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, investigative journalism, and community events. With roots dating back to 1916, it remains a cornerstone of regional media by delivering essential updates and public service reporting to a diverse audience across South Florida.
Panama City News Herald
Panama City, Florida
Serving as the primary source of news for Bay County and the surrounding Florida Panhandle, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional sports. It maintains a long-standing historical presence in the area and is widely recognized for its detailed reporting on coastal issues and its resilience following the significant impact of Hurricane Michael.
Pensacola News Journal
Pensacola, Florida
The Pensacola News Journal is a daily newspaper serving Pensacola and the surrounding Florida Panhandle region. Part of the USA Today Network, it provides comprehensive coverage of local government, business, education, and sports, while highlighting regional interests like NAS Pensacola and the Gulf Coast environment.
Pine Island Eagle
Bokeelia, Florida
Serving the residents of Pine Island and surrounding communities in Southwest Florida, this publication provides localized news, community updates, and reporting on the unique environmental challenges facing the region's barrier islands. It remains a key source of information for locals by documenting the area’s evolving character and preserving the history of this distinct coastal community.
Pine Island News
Marianna, Florida
Serving the local communities of Jackson County, Florida, this publication focuses on hyper-local news, regional events, and community-centered reporting. It is recognized for maintaining a long-standing tradition of providing grassroots journalism tailored specifically to the interests of Marianna residents and the surrounding rural population.
Pioneer Sun News
Williston, Florida
The Levy Citizen is a local newspaper serving Levy County, Florida. Established in 2021 through the merger of the Chiefland Citizen and the Williston Pioneer, it provides comprehensive coverage of community news, local government, high school sports, and lifestyle events for Williston, Chiefland, and surrounding areas.
Ponte Vedra Recorder
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Serving the residents of Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Johns County, this weekly community publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, school news, and regional lifestyle events. It is recognized as a vital source of hyper-local journalism that fosters civic engagement by connecting neighbors with the stories and developments shaping their specific coastal community.
Promenade
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale News is an independent community magazine based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It serves as a local publication covering people, places, and events across South Florida. The outlet provides community-focused reporting, lifestyle features, and archives of Promenade Magazine, connecting residents with local news and happenings.
Reporter
Tavernier, Florida
The Reporter is a weekly newspaper serving Tavernier and the Upper Florida Keys. Owned by McClatchy and affiliated with the Miami Herald, it provides comprehensive local news, community events, and environmental coverage for residents of Islamorada and Key Largo through its partner site, Florida Keys News.
Sanford Herald
Sanford, Florida
Serving the Lee County community of North Carolina since 1930, this publication provides local news coverage, sports updates, and opinion pieces tailored to the residents of Sanford and its surrounding areas. It is notable for its enduring role as a primary source of regional information, chronicling the area's development and civic affairs for nearly a century.
Santa Rosa's Press Gazette
Milton, Florida
Serving Santa Rosa County, Florida, since 1908, this publication functions as a primary source for local news, government reporting, and community events in the Milton area. It is notable for its long-standing role as the county's newspaper of record, providing residents with consistent coverage of municipal developments and regional interests.
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Sarasota, Florida
Serving as the primary source of news for Southwest Florida, this Pulitzer Prize-winning publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community issues, and regional events. Founded in 1925, it maintains a significant influence on public discourse in the Sarasota-Manatee area through its deep-rooted investigative reporting and daily commitment to civic accountability.
Scottish Banner
Pinellas Park, Florida
Established in 1976, this publication serves as a global link for the Scottish diaspora by providing news, heritage features, and community updates dedicated to preserving Celtic culture. It maintains an international readership by connecting expatriates and enthusiasts through its comprehensive coverage of events, history, and traditions relevant to the worldwide Scottish community.
Seminole Voice
Oviedo, Florida
The Orange Observer is a hyperlocal news publication serving West Orange County, Florida, including Winter Garden, Windermere, and Ocoee. It provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, high school sports, and real estate developments, focusing on the unique interests of these Central Florida communities.
South Dade News Leader
Homestead, Florida
Serving the communities of Homestead and Florida City since 1913, this publication stands as one of the region's oldest and most reliable sources for hyper-local news. It focuses on regional government, community events, and issues impacting the residents of South Miami-Dade County.
South Florida Business Journal
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The South Florida Business Journal provides comprehensive coverage of commercial real estate, banking, health care, and technology across the Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach markets. Part of the American City Business Journals network, it offers daily breaking news, industry analysis, and an annual book of lists.
South Lake Press
Clermont, Florida
Serving Clermont and south Lake County, Florida, the South Lake Press provides local news, sports, and community events coverage. Owned by Gannett, it operates in conjunction with the Daily Commercial, focusing on the rapid growth and development of the Clermont, Minneola, and Groveland areas.
South Marion Citizen
Ocala, Florida
The Marion Citizen is a free weekly community newspaper based in Ocala, Florida. It serves the southwest area of Marion County, providing local news, community events, and feature stories. Published every Friday, the publication focuses on neighborhood interests, local organizations, and developments within the Ocala metropolitan area.
South West Florida Online
Clewiston, Florida
Southwest Florida Online News is a local digital publication covering Hendry and Glades counties, including LaBelle and Clewiston. Edited by Don Browne, it provides news on local government, environmental issues, and community events around the Lake Okeechobee region. The site serves as a community-focused resource for rural Southwest Florida.
St Augustine Record
St. Augustine, Florida
Founded in 1894, this publication serves as the primary source of news for St. Johns County, offering deep coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues. It is recognized as one of the oldest continuously operating newspapers in Florida, maintaining a long-standing legacy as the authoritative voice for the nation's oldest city.
St Petersburg Times
St. Petersburg, Florida
The Tampa Bay Times, formerly known as the St. Petersburg Times, is a major daily newspaper based in St. Petersburg, Florida. It provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, politics, and sports across the Tampa Bay area, maintaining a strong reputation for investigative journalism and editorial excellence.
Star
Port St Joe, Florida
The Port St. Joe Star is a local newspaper serving Port St. Joe and Gulf County on Florida's Northwest Gulf Coast. It provides comprehensive coverage of community news, high school sports, local government, and regional developments. The publication documents life along the Forgotten Coast, including its maritime heritage and traditions.
Sumpter County Times Online
Bushnell, Florida
Serving Sumter County, Florida, the Sumter County Times is a weekly newspaper based in Bushnell. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including community events, government updates, and high school sports. The publication remains a primary source of information for residents in the Bushnell, Wildwood, and surrounding areas.
Sun Sentinel
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The Sun Sentinel is a daily newspaper based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, serving the South Florida metropolitan area. Established in 1910, it covers local breaking news, politics, business, and sports. It is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and comprehensive reporting on Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Suwannee Democrat
Live Oak, Florida
Serving as a primary source of news for Suwannee County, this long-standing publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional sports. It functions as a vital record for Live Oak residents, focusing on the civic issues and rural interests that define this North Florida community.
Tallahassee News
Tallahassee, Florida
Tallahassee News is a digital news publication serving the capital city of Florida. It focuses on local government, community developments, and regional news. The platform provides residents with updates on local crime, sports, and business activities within the Tallahassee metropolitan area and surrounding Leon County.
Tallahassee.com
Tallahassee, Florida
Serving as the primary news source for Florida's capital city and the surrounding Big Bend region, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of state government affairs, local politics, and community events. As a long-standing member of the USA TODAY Network, it combines deep-rooted regional reporting with extensive digital resources to keep its audience informed on both local developments and national headlines.
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Tampa, Florida
The Tampa Bay Business Journal is a leading source of local business news and networking events for the Tampa Bay area. Part of the American City Business Journals network, it provides coverage of industries including real estate, finance, technology, and healthcare through its digital platforms and weekly print edition.
Tampa Bay Newspapers (Various)
Seminole, Florida
Serving the Pinellas County region, this network of community newspapers provides localized coverage of government, events, and human-interest stories across several municipal editions. With a history spanning several decades, these publications act as a vital source of information for suburban residents seeking detailed reports on neighborhood-specific issues and regional developments.
Tampa Bay Times
St. Petersburg, Florida
Serving the Tampa Bay region, this Pulitzer Prize-winning publication is recognized for its rigorous investigative journalism and deep commitment to holding local government accountable. As the largest newspaper in Florida, it maintains a legacy of independent reporting that provides essential coverage to a diverse and expansive statewide audience.
Tampa Tribune
Tampa, Florida
Serving the Tampa Bay region for over 120 years, this publication was a long-standing primary competitor to the Tampa Bay Times before its operations were absorbed by the latter in 2016. It was widely recognized for its conservative editorial stance and its dedicated coverage of local government, sports, and community news across West Central Florida.
TC Palm (Assorted)
Treasure Coast, Florida
Serving the Treasure Coast of Florida, this publication provides comprehensive local news, investigative journalism, and sports coverage for residents of Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties. As a key component of the USA TODAY Network, it maintains a significant digital presence while operating with a deep focus on regional accountability and community issues.
The Avion
Daytona Beach, Florida
The Avion is the official student-run news and media publication at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. Managed by the Student Government Association, it produces a news magazine and digital content covering campus life, university events, aeronautical news, and topics relevant to the student body.
Town Crier
Palm Beach, Florida
The Town-Crier is a community newspaper serving Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, and Westlake in Palm Beach County, Florida. Established in 1980, it provides local news coverage on government, schools, sports, and community events, with a specialized focus on the region's prominent equestrian lifestyle and business sectors.
