Covering Barry County like the morning dew since 1871

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

Nov 27

Having trouble cooking today's turkey? Try these kindergarteners' recipes as a last resort! From our family to yours — Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 27

The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center with a celebration of Christmas. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/ozark-festival-orchestra-christmas-concert-dec-7/

Nov 27

The Cassville girls basketball team is entering new season with experience, depth and returning production, looking to build on last year’s success and district title game appearance. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/lady-wildcats-return-5-letterwinners/

Nov 27

The SHINE Ozarks Homeschool Co-Op Expo will be held on Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Washburn First Baptist Church. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/news-briefs-nov-26/

Nov 27

For the fifth time in six months, Barry County cities showed gains in sales tax revenues in November, and for the fourth time in six months, countywide taxes have also seen gains. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/sales-tax-income-mixed-in-november/