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

Jun 15

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Lucy B! She was originally found as a stray where a kind loving home took her in until we made room for her. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/06/09/haven-of-the-ozarks-pet-of-the-week-june-10/

Jun 12

OBITUARY: George served for three years in the Colorado Army National Guard. He worked as a machinist for IBM for 15 years. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/06/09/george-leonard-hoefle/

Jun 12

OBITUARY: Danny dedicated his career to the tile and stone trade, eventually founding his successful installation business, Danella Tile. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/06/09/daniel-danny-tortorella/

Jun 12

OBITUARY: After leaving the Army, Terry returned home to Fresno, Calif. where he was employed as a firefighter. He and his wife, Pamela Day moved to Rocky Comfort, Mo. where they built the Indian Creek Greenhouse, ran summertime canoes on Mike’s Creek, and raised their daughters. https://www.cassvil...Read more

Jun 12

OBITUARY: Steve was employed as a cab driver in Chicago, Ill. for several years. After moving from Lake County, Ill. to Exeter in 1999 he drove a truck for Barry County Ready Mix. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/06/09/steve-david-boyke-jr/