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

Nov 6

OBITUARY: Whether she was tending to her garden, caring for her beloved rabbits, looking after her husband, or spending precious time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Janice was happiest when she was surrounded by the people and things she loved most. https://www.cassville-democrat.co...Read more

Nov 6

OBITUARY: Harley and his wife, Mary, made their home in Eagle Rock for 18 years, enjoying their property overlooking Table Rock Lake and boating with family and friends. Following a career in radio management and ownership, Harley worked from his Eagle Rock home selling music and jingles for radio c...Read more

Nov 5

OBITUARY: Brian served in the United States Army during Operation Desert Storm in the Gulf War. He was employed by Informix and IBM as a software engineer and data specialist for 20 years. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/11/03/brian-scott-foster/

Nov 5

PUBLISHER'S VIEW — KYLE TROUTMAN: On Monday, I attended the Barry County Republican Rally at Cassville High School, a veritable who’s who of the politically minded and a consistent draw of state- and national-level politicians. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/11/03/publishers-view-kyle-trout...Read more

Nov 5

COMMUNITY VOICES — NANCY WALSH: Last year, I decided to enroll in the Missouri Master Gardener course. Seeking practical answers for my own yard and garden, I contacted the Barry County Extension Office and spoke with administrative assistant Jeanne Strange, who introduced me to the Barry County Mas...Read more