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

Nov 13

PHOTO GALLERY: Check out all our best shots from the 37th Annual Cassville Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday at the Performing Arts Center! https://cassvilledemocrat.zenfoliosite.com/photo-galleries/community-events/37th-annual-cassville-veterans-day-celebration?ct=2 All photos in this gallery ar...Read more

Nov 13

PHOTO: Merry Christmas candidates announced https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/12/merry-christmas-candidates-announced/

Nov 13

Led by only two seniors, the Cassville volleyball team finished a youthful season with a 10-20-1 record, enjoying a district playoff win and a year of growth for the program. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/12/lady-wildcats-turn-in-10-wins/

Nov 13

A home was heavily damaged on Nov. 1 following a house fire that started with a juvenile and a lighter. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/12/house-fire-caused-by-playing-with-lighter/

Nov 13

Major renovations on two Barry County libraries, including the Cassville Branch Library, have been planned for the months ahead and will require closings. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/12/major-library-renovations-planned-in-barry-county/