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

Jan 14

The Cassville Fire Protection District responded to two house fires over the weekend, both of which were quickly extinguished and with no injuries to occupants of the homes. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/14/no-injuries-in-2-house-fires/

Jan 14

NEW PHOTO GALLERY: Check out all our photos of Cassville wrestling this season, including shots from the Cassville boys tournament and the Monett girls and boys tournaments. Digital downloads are just $5 each, and prints start at just $2! https://cassvilledemocrat.zenfoliosite.com/photo-galleries/wi...Read more

Jan 13

40 YEARS AGO: PROGRESS IN WEATHER BREAK — With springlike temperatures, MECO Construction of Springfield is progressing rapidly on the Walmart store site near Cassville. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/07/through-the-years-jan-7/

Jan 12

HAVEN OF THE OZARKS PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Phil! He’s a very adorable and energetic boy. Phil is very friendly and social and is a family dog. He likes other pups but wants to play and rough house, so a playful dog sibling will be the best match. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/07/haven-of...Read more

Jan 9

OBITUARY: John created JTVairs. Dubbed “the Corvair Rescue Team” they began a mission of educating, encouraging and rescuing Chevrolet’s air cooled, rear engine 1960’s vehicles. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/01/07/john-eugene-miller/