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 8

COMMUNITY VOICES — MERLYN JOHNSON: 'The Board of Education and staff at Cassville R-IV are excited about the upcoming academic year that is already filled with optimism, energy and opportunity. The theme for all schools across Missouri this year is “What We Do Matters.” This theme reflects our share...Read more

Aug 8

LOCAL DEVOTIONAL — NATHAN TOON: 'Recently, things have begun to change in my life and those around me. I can sense a call for faith to be tested and for obedience to heed that call. This specific instance has caused me to recollect Peter and how he was called out onto the water by Jesus. How often ...Read more

Aug 8

FROM THE COACH — CLAY WELDY: 'I am very excited for this year’s Football Alumni Night. We would like to recognize players and coaches from the 2000-2004 football teams. This year’s alumni night will be Friday, Aug. 29 against Seneca, which is week one of this season.' https://www.cassville-democrat...Read more

Aug 8

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — MISSI KESKETH: 'The potential 30-40% rate hike from Liberty Utilities stands to have drastic effects. We have thousands of families in Southwest Missouri alone who barely scrape by each month who stand to have additional stress put on their pocketbooks and emotional capacity....Read more

Aug 8

PHOTO: 10 rods donated for Kids’ Fishing Day https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/08/06/10-rods-donated-for-kids-fishing-day/