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
Sep 3
The Purdy City Council agreed to ask voters to again consider a use tax on the Nov. 3 ballot during the Aug. 12 council meeting. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/01/purdy-city-council-to-again-seek-a-use-tax/
Sep 3
Sales tax to Barry County cities took an unusual dip in August. At the same time, countywide tax collections showed a gain. The county’s use tax, on top of that, had an increase so big that it almost made up for the decreases in the towns. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/01/sales-taxes-in...Read more
Sep 3
Cassville Pantry is asking Barry County to be the difference and take action against hunger. September is Hunger Action Month, a time when communities across the country come together to raise awareness about hunger. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/01/step-in-and-step-up-to-fight-hunger/
Sep 3
PHOTOS: Crowds gather at annual Wheaton BBQ https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/01/crowds-gather-at-annual-wheaton-bbq/
Sep 3
The Cassville girls golf team enters the season with plenty of room to grow, but coach Clayton Bagby said the Lady Wildcats have already shown the work ethic needed to make progress throughout the year. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/01/lady-wildcats-take-5-to-the-course/