Florida Newspapers

Browse 143 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.

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Fort Meade Leader

Fort Meade, Florida

Serving the diverse community of the Fort George G. Meade military installation, this publication provides essential news, local updates, and command information to service members, families, and civilian employees. It functions as a primary resource for tracking regional defense developments and on-base events, maintaining a vital connection between the military population and the surrounding Maryland area.

Fort Myers Beach Talk

Fort Myers, Florida

Serving as the primary source of local news and community updates for the residents and visitors of Estero Island, this weekly publication focuses on town governance, environmental issues, and coastal events. It is a long-standing fixture of the island’s media landscape, providing essential coverage tailored to the unique interests of the Fort Myers Beach community.

Fort Myers Florida Weekly

Fort Myers, Florida

Florida Weekly is a news publication serving Fort Myers and surrounding Lee County. It provides local coverage of news, business, arts and entertainment, and community events. Known for its lifestyle features and investigative reporting, the paper offers insight into Southwest Florida’s civic life and cultural happenings.

FSU News

Tallahassee, Florida

Serving the Florida State University community since 1915, this student-run publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus events, local news, and university athletics. It stands as a vital platform for student journalists to document campus culture and address issues of importance to the Tallahassee student body.

FT Crimson

Melbourne, Florida

Serving as the official student newspaper of the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus news, research developments, and student life. It functions as a vital platform for the university community, offering student journalists a professional venue to document institutional milestones and address issues relevant to the campus population.

Gabber

Gulfport, Florida

Serving the Gulfport and Pinellas County communities since 1968, this independent weekly newspaper is one of Florida's oldest continuously operating free community publications. It is recognized for its hyper-local focus on municipal news, coastal lifestyle, and arts coverage, maintaining a steadfast commitment to print journalism within its beach-town readership.

Gadsden County Times

Quincy, Florida

The Gadsden County Times is a weekly newspaper serving Gadsden County, Florida, including the city of Quincy and surrounding communities. Established over 120 years ago, it provides coverage of local government, community news, obituaries, and legal notices for the residents of the area.

Green Publishing (Various)

Madison, Florida

Greene Publishing is a local news organization serving Madison County, Florida. It provides comprehensive coverage of community events, local government, law enforcement, and school district activities. Based in Madison, the outlet features obituaries, investigative reports, and lifestyle columns, keeping residents informed about regional developments and public safety.

Gulf Breeze News

Pensacola, Florida

Gulf Breeze News is a weekly community newspaper based in Gulf Breeze, Florida. It provides local news coverage for Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach, and southern Santa Rosa County. The publication focuses on municipal government, education, high school sports, and community events affecting the coastal Florida panhandle region.

Happy Herald

Boca Raton, Florida

Serving the Boca Raton community since 1996, this monthly publication focuses exclusively on positive news and human-interest stories to highlight the uplifting side of local life. The newspaper maintains a loyal readership by acting as a dedicated resource for uplifting community updates, charitable features, and neighborhood achievements.

Hernando Today

Brooksville, Florida

Serving the residents of Brooksville and surrounding areas, this publication focused on local news, regional politics, and community events within Florida's Hernando County. It was notable for its long-standing role as a primary source of daily information for the region before its operations were eventually integrated into the larger Tampa Bay Times.

Highlands Today

Highlands, Florida

Serving the residents of Highlands County, Florida, this publication provides comprehensive local news coverage, community features, and sports reporting tailored to the heart of the state’s interior. It stands as a vital source of regional information, chronicling the daily developments and civic life of the surrounding rural and suburban communities.

Independent Florida Alligator

Gainesville, Florida

Operating as the largest student-run newspaper in the United States, this publication serves the University of Florida and the surrounding Gainesville community. It is widely recognized for maintaining complete editorial and financial independence from the university, providing comprehensive coverage of both campus issues and local news since its founding in 1906.

Independent Florida Sun

Pensacola, Florida

Serving the Pensacola area, this alternative weekly provides in-depth investigative reporting, community news, and cultural commentary that often challenges the local status quo. It is recognized for its commitment to independent journalism and its influential role in shaping regional discourse on politics, arts, and public affairs.

Islander News

Key Biscayne, Florida

Serving as the primary source of community news for Key Biscayne since 1966, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, school events, and island lifestyle. It remains a vital institution for residents, offering a dedicated platform for civic engagement and preserving the unique historical record of the village.

Jackson County Times

Marianna, Florida

Jackson County Times is a local news publication based in Marianna, Florida, serving Jackson County and the surrounding Panhandle region. It provides comprehensive coverage of county commission proceedings, local economic development, agricultural news, and community events, focusing on the interests and concerns of the regional residency.

Jacksonville Business Journal

Jacksonville, Florida

The Jacksonville Business Journal provides comprehensive coverage of the local business community in Northeast Florida. Part of the American City Business Journals network, it offers breaking news, in-depth analysis, and profiles across industries like real estate, finance, and logistics, along with its annual Book of Lists.

Jacksonville Daily Record

Jacksonville, Florida

Serving the business and legal communities of Northeast Florida since 1912, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local commercial news, real estate trends, and government affairs. It is widely recognized for its essential role in publishing public notices and its deep-seated influence among the region's professional and executive leadership.

Jewish Journal

Deerfield Beach, Florida

Serving the South Florida Jewish community for decades, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news through a distinctly Jewish lens. It acts as a vital bridge for residents in Broward and Palm Beach counties, offering reporting on religious life, cultural events, and communal affairs.

Jewish Press Of Pinellas County

Clearwater, Florida

The Jewish Press of Pinellas County is a community newspaper serving the Jewish population of Clearwater and the surrounding region. It covers local events, religious life, social services, and international news of interest to the Jewish community, published as part of the Jewish Press of Tampa Bay group.

Jupiter Courier

Jupiter, Florida

The Jupiter Courier is a weekly community newspaper serving Jupiter and Tequesta, Florida. Part of the USA Today Network, it provides localized coverage of government, education, and lifestyle news. The publication maintains a strong focus on coastal issues and community events for residents of northern Palm Beach County.

Key West Citizen

Key West, Florida

Serving as the primary source of local news for the Florida Keys since 1879, this publication offers comprehensive coverage of island politics, community events, and regional environmental issues. Its enduring presence makes it a vital chronicle of life in the southernmost city, catering to both long-time residents and a distinct island-based readership.

Keysnews.com

Islamorada, Florida

Serving as the primary source of journalism for the Florida Keys, this publication offers comprehensive coverage of local government, environmental issues, and community events spanning the entire island chain. It is highly regarded for its deep regional focus, providing essential news and historical documentation to residents and stakeholders living throughout Monroe County.

Ledger

Lakeland, Florida

Serving as the primary source of news for Polk County, Florida, this publication has chronicled regional events and civic life since its founding in 1924. It is notable for its extensive coverage of local government, agriculture, and business within the Interstate 4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando.

Lehigh Acres News

Lehigh Acres, Florida

Serving as a primary source of local journalism, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of civic affairs, community events, and regional issues for the residents of Lehigh Acres, Florida. It maintains a long-standing tradition of community reporting, acting as a vital information hub that keeps the growing suburban population connected to local government and neighborhood developments.

Levy County Journal

Bronson, Florida

Serving as the official record for Bronson and the surrounding communities, this long-standing publication provides hyper-local news, government reporting, and community updates for the residents of Levy County, Florida. It is notable for its enduring role as a primary source of civic information and legal notices for a rural population that relies on its focused coverage of county-wide affairs.

Macclenney Home Town Journal

Macclenny, Florida

The Macclenny Home Town Journal is a local news publication based in Macclenny, Florida. It focuses on connecting rural communities throughout north Florida, providing coverage of local news, community events, and topics of interest to residents in the Baker County area and its surrounding regions.

Marco Eagle

Marco Island, Florida

The Marco Eagle is a weekly newspaper serving the community of Marco Island, Florida. Part of the USA Today Network, it provides local news, weather, and community events. It functions as a sister publication to the Naples Daily News, focusing on issues unique to the island's residents and visitors.

Marco Island Eagle

Marco Island, Florida

The Marco Island Eagle, also known as the Marco Eagle, is a local newspaper serving Marco Island, Florida. It provides comprehensive coverage of community news, municipal government, local events, and environmental issues. As the area's newspaper of record, it focuses on reporting that impacts the island's residents and visitors.

Miami New Times

Miami, Florida

Providing comprehensive coverage of local news, arts, culture, and nightlife, this alternative weekly has served as a critical voice for the South Florida community since its founding in 1987. It is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and distinctively irreverent perspective on the political and social issues shaping the Miami metropolitan area.

Miami Times

Miami, Florida

Founded in 1923, this publication serves as the oldest and largest Black-owned newspaper in the southeastern United States. It focuses on the news, culture, and social issues impacting the African American community in South Florida, providing a consistent voice for the region's marginalized populations.

Miami Today

Miami, Florida

Established in 1983, this weekly publication serves as a leading source of business, development, and government news for the professional community in Miami-Dade County. It is widely recognized for its in-depth reporting on urban planning, local policy, and economic trends that shape the region’s growth.

Naples Daily News

Naples, Florida

Serving the residents of Collier County and Southwest Florida, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional news. As a prominent fixture in the area since 1923, it serves as the primary source of journalism for a diverse readership ranging from long-term residents to seasonal visitors.

Navarre Press

Navarre, Florida

Serving the coastal community of Navarre, Florida, this weekly publication provides comprehensive local coverage ranging from government proceedings and community events to school sports. It has established itself as the primary source for hyper-local journalism, connecting residents and businesses through in-depth reporting on the issues that directly impact the Santa Rosa County region.

News Herald

Panama City, Florida

Serving the Florida Panhandle since 1937, this publication provides comprehensive local news, sports, and investigative reporting for the Bay County community. It maintains a primary editorial focus on regional government, coastal issues, and events impacting the residents of Panama City and its surrounding areas.

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.

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.

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.