Cassville Democrat, a publication of Troutman Media LLC
The Cassville Democrat is a weekly newspaper in Cassville, Barry County, Mo., with a weekly circulation of about 1,000. It was founded in 1871.
Owned by Troutman Media LLC since January 1, 2023, its publisher is Kyle Troutman and Jordan Troutman serves as general manager. The Cassville Democrat focuses on local issues and news and has little national or international coverage.
Updates
Apr 3
LETTER TO THE EDITOR — KRISTEN CRAWFORD: I’ve seen several posts about the proposed penny tax and I’m really dumbfounded. I’m not even from Washburn and I can see the benefits of a 1 cent tax for your town. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/31/letter-to-the-editor-kristen-crawford-input-on-...Read more
Apr 3
Two seasons removed from not having enough players to field a team, the Purdy girls basketball squad turned in three wins this year, but Coach Stephanie Heman said the record does not reflect the wins made in development. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/31/lady-eagles-have-high-ceiling-am...Read more
Apr 2
The Wheaton school district has proposed a no-tax-increase bond issue on the April 7 ballot, aiming to address aging infrastructure while freeing up general funds for operations use. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/31/wheaton-schools-proposes-bond-issue/
Apr 2
NEWS BRIEFS: The Cassville Community Collective has announced upcoming Adult and Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Classes for the Cassville community; Monett Historical Society Monthly program will be held on April 21 at 7 p.m. in the Event Center of the museum. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/31...Read more
Apr 2
The Cassville baseball team wrapped up Cassville Classic tournament play last week with a 1-3 record, highlighted by a hard-fought 7-5 win over Mt. Vernon. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/31/scoreboard-april-1/