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

Mar 18

A Cassville man has been found guilty of child molestation in a bench trial held Thursday in Stone County Circuit Court. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/18/cassville-man-guilty-of-child-molestation/

Mar 17

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Alani is an energetic young German Shepherd/Red Heeler mix pup. Her date of birth is Dec. 26, 2025. Alani and her siblings are at the perfect age to bond with a family and grow up knowing nothing but love and stability. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/...Read more

Mar 16

THROUGH THE YEARS — 30 YEARS AGO: Josh Carlisle Coffey was in good condition Monday at Cox Medical Center-South in Springfield after being lost in the woods for 72 hours in extreme conditions. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/11/through-the-years-march-11/

Mar 13

OBITUARY: Above all else, Melissa was a mother and grandmother. Her love for her sons and grandchildren was steadfast, and they were the center of her world. Though her life carried both joys and hardships, her devotion to her family remained constant. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/11/m...Read more

Mar 13

OBITUARY: After graduation, Sue began working as a bank teller at the local bank, before stepping into the field of education and never looked back...dedicating 19 years to Eunice Thomas Elementary School in Cassville. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/11/sue-robb/