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

Feb 2

Looking for that perfect gift for your perfect someone? Find it Thursday night in Cassville at the Valentine Shop & Hop! Sixteen local businesses are bringing out their best to help make your Valentine’s Day special. Antiques, jewelry, local hand-made items and unique finds will be available. Shop...Read more

Feb 2

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Rolly! She is a beautiful pit mix. Her date of birth is Sept. 16, 2025. Rolly was abandoned with her two siblings, but they are hoping to find their forever people soon. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/27/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-jan-28/

Jan 30

OBITUARY: Jim attended Mesquite High School, then Baylor University. More schooling followed Baylor at Golden Gate Seminary in Calif., where Jim received a master’s in counseling. Followed by Golden Gate Seminary at the University of Utah on a National Science Foundation grant. https://www.cassville...Read more

Jan 29

OBITUARY: Ronnie enjoyed the outdoors and lived life to the fullest. He loved riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting, and gigging, and he cherished the time spent doing the things he enjoyed most. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/27/ronnie-stricklin/

Jan 29

PUBLISHER VIEW — KYLE TROUTMAN: Last week, a new subscriber to our publication asked me a question I hadn’t heard in a while: Do you put recipes in it? https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/27/publisher-view-kyle-troutman-share-some-recipes/