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

May 26

THROUGH THE YEARS — 30 YEARS AGO: Cassville High School graduates Britt Stimson and Noelle Edie, pictured on the left, succumb to a tearful embrace following Friday night's commencement activities. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/19/through-the-years-may-20/

May 25

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Say hello to Wilbur! He was found as a stray, but he was already neutered when brought to us. His estimated birth date is May 1, 2022. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/19/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-may-20/

May 25

Exeter High School scholarship recipients have been announced. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/22/exeter-high-school-announces-scholarship-recipients/

May 22

For the first time since 2021 — when the Lady Eagles won the Class 1 state championship — the Purdy softball team is headed to the Final Four. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/22/black-is-back/

May 22

OBITUARY: Roberta's entire life was spent in the Exeter and Cassville communities. She devoted her life to her home and family as a homemaker and enjoyed working alongside Carl on the farm. As a member of Calvary Baptist Church, she shared her musical talent by playing the piano there until the age ...Read more