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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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.
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 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.
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.
Tri County Sun Times
The Villages, Florida
This publication serves the expansive retirement community of The Villages, Florida, providing residents with local news, lifestyle features, and community-focused reporting. It distinguishes itself through a hyper-local editorial approach tailored specifically to the interests and activities of one of the largest age-restricted developments in the United States.
UM Miami Hurricane
Miami, Florida
Serving as the independent student-run voice of the University of Miami, this publication has provided comprehensive campus news, sports coverage, and cultural commentary since its founding in 1927. It remains a vital information hub for the university community, recognized for its rigorous student journalism and long-standing commitment to documenting the evolving history of the institution.
UNF Spinnaker
Jacksonville, Florida
Serving as the primary news source for the University of North Florida community, this student-led publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus affairs, local Jacksonville news, and collegiate athletics. Through its multimedia platform, the organization functions as a vital training ground for aspiring journalists while maintaining a commitment to independent, investigative reporting on issues impacting the student body.
USF Oracle
Tampa, Florida
Serving as the official student-run newspaper of the University of South Florida since 1966, this publication provides comprehensive news, sports, and opinion coverage tailored to the campus community. It is a notable collegiate outlet that serves as a primary source of information for students, faculty, and alumni while offering hands-on journalistic experience for its editorial staff.
Venezuela Al Dia
Doral, Florida
Based in Doral, Florida, Venezuela Al Dia serves as a primary digital news source for the Venezuelan diaspora. The publication provides real-time updates on Venezuelan politics, international relations, and community news, offering critical perspectives on socio-economic developments and human rights issues affecting Venezuelans both abroad and at home.
Venice Gondolier
Venice, Florida
Serving as the primary source of local news for Venice, Florida, and surrounding Sarasota County communities, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of municipal governance, regional events, and neighborhood affairs. With a legacy spanning over seven decades, it remains a vital touchstone for residents seeking in-depth reporting on the civic and social developments shaping the Gulf Coast region.
Villages Daily Sun
Leesburg, Florida
The Villages Daily Sun is a daily newspaper serving The Villages, a large age-restricted community in Central Florida. It provides extensive local news, community events, and lifestyle features tailored to its residents. The publication covers regional politics, sports, health, and updates specific to the neighborhood’s unique social structure.
Walton Sun
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
The Northwest Florida Daily News is a primary news source for Fort Walton Beach and the Emerald Coast. It covers local politics, community developments, and regional sports for residents of Okaloosa and Walton counties, maintaining a digital presence as part of the USA Today Network.
Waterfront Times
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Serving the Fort Lauderdale community since 1974, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, neighborhood issues, and maritime affairs. It is recognized as a longstanding fixture in the region, offering a dedicated platform for civic engagement and regional news for residents and coastal stakeholders.
West Orange Times
Winter Garden, Florida
Orange Observer News is a hyperlocal publication serving West Orange County, Florida, including Winter Garden and Windermere. It provides comprehensive coverage of community events, local government, high school sports, and real estate, continuing the legacy of the West Orange Times in a modern format.
Winter Haven News Chief
Winter Haven, Florida
Serving the residents of Winter Haven and Polk County, this publication has provided local news coverage and community reporting for over a century. It functions as a primary source for regional developments, public interest stories, and community events throughout its Central Florida coverage area.
Winter Park Maitland Observer
Winter Park, Florida
The Orange Observer is a hyperlocal news publication serving West Orange County, Florida, including the communities of Winter Garden, Windermere, and Ocoee. It provides coverage of local government, community events, real estate, and prep sports, continuing the tradition of community-focused journalism in the region.
Your Observer
Sarasota, Florida
Serving the communities of Sarasota and Manatee counties, this media group produces a network of hyper-local newspapers focused on neighborhood-level news, civic engagement, and lifestyle coverage. Since its 1995 founding, it has grown into a prominent source of investigative reporting and community insight, distinguished by its unique free-distribution model and dedicated editorial commitment to the region's suburban audiences.
Zephyr Hills News
Zephyr Hills, Florida
Serving the Zephyr Hills community since 1923, this publication functions as a vital local chronicle that documents regional developments, government proceedings, and civic events. It remains a cornerstone of the area’s media landscape by providing residents with consistent, hyper-local coverage tailored to the interests of the city’s growing population.
