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

Aug 14

Three North Carolina Residents were injured at about 3:36 p.m. on Aug. 12 in a boat explosion on Table Rock Lake. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/13/3-injured-in-big-m-area-boat-explosion/

Aug 14

All six superintendents of schools in Barry County say Missouri’s new law banning cell phones during school hours reinforces efforts they have already made to limit distractions and improve engagement. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/13/eyes-up-devices-down/

Aug 14

PHOTO: 16 new teachers welcomed at Cassville school district https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/13/16-new-teachers-welcomed-at-cassville-school-district/

Aug 14

PHOTOS: Year in Photos — Barry County girls basketball https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/13/year-in-photos-barry-county-girls-basketball/

Aug 14

YMCA Day Camp youth wrapped up a summer of hands-on learning and community service with their final visit to the Barry County Community Garden on Aug. 4. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/13/ymca-day-campers-wrap-up-summer-with-final-visit-to-barry-county-community-garden/