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 5

THROUGH THE YEARS — 30 YEARS AGO: One of the largest casualties of Sunday's storm was the destruction of a bridge over Flat Creek at Stubblefield Crossing. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/04/28/through-the-years-april-29/

May 4

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: We are excited to introduce Burton, a handsome new addition to the Haven family. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/04/28/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-april-29/

May 3

PHOTO GALLERY: Check out all our shots from today's Cassville High School graduation ceremony. We have at least two photos of each graduate in our more than 1,000 shots from today! Digital downloads are just $5 each, and prints start at just $2 each! https://cassvilledemocrat.zenfoliosite.com/2026-c...Read more

May 1

The Cassville girls soccer team has a chance to make history this season. At 9-3 after bagging a second 1-0 victory over Monett this season, with the April 21 victory coming via an extra-time goal by Makayla Connolley, the Lady Wildcats have five regular-season games remaining and the possibility o...Read more

Apr 30

NEWS BRIEFS: The Cassville school district is gearing up for a summer full of learning at summer school, including traditional seated summer school and the new Compass Academy Network summer school program. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/04/28/news-briefs-april-29/