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
Jun 2
HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Luna Dipper! Luna is so so sweet. She really enjoys all people of all ages. Luna loves walking and does fantastic on a leash, and she does great in a fenced in yard. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/26/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-may-27/
Jun 1
THROUGH THE YEARS — 40 YEARS AGO: A tradition in Cassville, placing the senior class names on a section of sidewalk was in progress last week. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/26/through-the-years-may-27/
May 29
OBITUARY: Patrecia was a devoted mother of three and a loving grandmother. She enjoyed camping, family dinners, trips to the drive-in theater with her grandchildren, and playing cards. She loved her family and her grandchildren deeply. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/26/patrecia-a-chasteen/
May 29
STAFF VIEW — SHEILA HARRIS: It’s that time again. The Parks, Soil and Water (PSW) Sales Tax will appear on the Aug. 4 ballot this year as Amendment 1. The amendment, which appears on the ballot every 10 years, gives voters the chance to renew the one-tenth-of-one-percent sales tax that benefits Miss...Read more
May 29
COMMUNITY VOICES — TERRY HELD: Rural communities need community colleges now more than ever. At a time when the cost of four-year universities continues to climb, community colleges remain one of the most accessible educational pathways in America. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/05/26/commu...Read more