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
Dec 8
HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Daisy Duck is a new addition to the Haven family. She is a 3-month-old mixed breed. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/12/03/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-dec-3/
Dec 7
PHOTO GALLERY: Did you attend all four parades in Barry County today? We did! Check out all our more than 1,000 photos we took in Washburn, Purdy, Exeter and Cassville at: https://cassvilledemocrat.zenfoliosite.com/photo-galleries/community-events/2025-barry-county-christmas-parades?ct=2 See someon...Read more
Dec 5
A former police officer was arrested on Dec. 3 and charged with two felonies related to alleged possession of child pornography. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/12/05/former-police-officer-arrested-on-child-porn-charges/
Dec 5
UPDATE: Sherwood was seen at 5:56 p.m. Wednesday at the Dollar General in Golden, wearing blue jeans, a blue sweater and a ballcap. Barry and Stone County Deputies are in the area searching for her. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/12/03/shell-knob-area-teen-missing/
Dec 5
OBITUARY: Ralph worked for Ducoa LP in Verona, Mo. for 34 years before retiring in 2002. As the owner and operator of McKnight Auction Company for 53 years, he was known for his fairness and the lively atmosphere he created at each event. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/12/03/ralph-lee-mckni...Read more