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

Oct 28

By the time the Wildcats suit up for their Class 3, District 6 semifinal on Nov. 6, they will have gone 35 days and 99 minutes and 47 seconds of game time without allowing a score. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/27/top-seed-secured/

Oct 28

PHOTOS: Annual Chili Cook-Off always a bash! https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/27/annual-chili-cook-off-always-a-bash/

Oct 27

THROUGH THE YEARS — 30 YEARS AGO: Wheaton high school senior Amie Tichenor, the Lady Bulldogs shortstop, is pictured above accepting the Class A state softball championship trophy in an emotional moment. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/20/through-the-years-oct-21/

Oct 26

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Hi, I’m Ruby — formerly known as Judd — a 3-year-old Great Pyrenees and Bluetick Coonhound mix with a striking white and tan coat! https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/20/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-oct-21/

Oct 23

VOTE NOW! Our annual Best of Barry County contest is live at: https://goldenballot.com/vote/cassville-democrat/best-of-barry-county. With this ballot, make your voice heard about the people, businesses and attractions that make the Barry County community great. People may vote online, and the result...Read more