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

Mar 24

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Scoobie is a gorgeous German Shepherd mix. His date of birth is Aug. 14, 2024. Scoobie is a hit with our lady dogs in playgroups, and us humans agree that he is a good-looking dude! https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/18/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week...Read more

Mar 23

OBITUARY: Sabrina Reed of Exeter, Mo., passed away Monday, March 9, 2026. Sabrina was born on December 23, 1979, in Springfield, Mo., to Randy and Brenda (Periman) Swearingen. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/18/sabrina-reed/

Mar 23

THROUGH THE YEARS — 50 YEARS AGO: Congressman Jerry Litton, right, a candidate for the Democrat nomination for U.S. Senate, visited in Cassville Saturday morning during a swing through this part of the state https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/18/through-the-years-march-18/

Mar 23

OBITUARY: Ethan grew up and attended school in Aurora. He was employed by PlayPower, Incorporated in Monett, Mo. He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/03/18/ethan-joe-owens/

Mar 23

OBITUARY: Following graduation, Stan proudly served in the United States Navy from 1960 until 1963 when he was honorably discharged. After returning home, he found his calling as an over-the-road truck driver, a career he dedicated 42 years to before retiring. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026...Read more