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 21
A home on Rainbow Drive in Cassville was ruled a total loss following a fire on Oct. 12 that began in a building adjacent to a carport. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/20/blaze-destroys-cassville-home/
Oct 20
HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Gigi is the absolute sweetest girl! She is already a staff favorite. Gigi is an Australian Shepherd/Mixed breed. Her date of birth is Oct. 29, 2024. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/13/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-oct-14/
Oct 19
THROUGH THE YEARS — 50 YEARS AGO: Pictured above right is the Datascope, Monitor-Defibrillator, which the Shell Knob-Viola communities hope to add to an ambulance serving that area. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/13/through-the-years-oct-14/
Oct 19
OBITUARY: Steve moved to Joplin, MO in February of 1968 where Steve began his career in banking at First National. He later managed the Bank of Wheaton, MO and First National Bank in Golden City, MO. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/13/stephen-eugene-williams/
Oct 16
OBITUARY: Carol was a lifelong resident of Cassville and a graduate of Cassville High School, Class of 1958. Carol found joy playing the piano, sewing, painting, tending to her flowers and collecting Elvis memorabilia. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/10/13/carol-jolene-house/