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

Sep 17

The Cassville boys soccer team has started the season at 4-3 against teams mostly a class or two higher, yet for the past two weeks, the team has had to deal with a unique way to prepare — indoors. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/15/wildcats-start-hot-staying-cool/

Sep 17

PHOTOS: Having a grand time! https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/15/having-a-grand-time/

Sep 17

Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, marked 40 years of service for Exeter Fire Protection District Chief Donnie Chadd, who decided that it was a good day to retire. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/15/exeter-fire-chief-hangs-up-his-hat/

Sep 17

Over the last five years, the Cassville football team has fallen to Seneca seven times and been shut out three times —  but not on Friday. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/15/a-win-by-the-bookends/

Sep 16

PHOTOS: Music, dance, cars shake in Shell Knob https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2026/09/15/music-dance-cars-shake-in-shell-knob/