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 8

Roaring River State Park will be the site of fun family activities and events in October. This weekend, the park will host the annual Wonders of Wildlife W.O.W. School, a great opportunity for families to learn a variety of outdoor skills together, and it’s not too late to register. https://www.cass...Read more

Oct 8

PHOTOS: Local schools compete in 43rd Annual Vollleyfest https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/06/local-schools-compete-in-43rd-annual-vollleyfest/

Oct 8

Roaring River is a popular place for fishing and swimming, but one activity is known to cause damage to the bed and the environment — off-roading. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/06/driving-in-river-can-cause-damage/

Oct 8

PHOTOS: Like they did in the olden days https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/06/like-they-did-in-the-olden-days/

Oct 8

Cassville erased a 14-point deficit Friday night against Big 8 foe Lamar, but the Wildcats could not complete the comeback, falling 28-21. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/06/wildcats-rally-but-fall-short-against-lamar/