August 2026
Cole landslides way to prosecutor
For the first time since 2014, Barry County has elected a new prosecutor.
Library hosts ‘Grease’ with floats
The Cassville Branch Library recently screened the movie "Grease" and had popcorn and Coca-Cola floats available to attendees. The library hosts numerous events each week, which are listed in the Cassville Democrat's News Briefs section.
Data centers on horizon?
A key infrastructural element for data centers is access to reliable electricity. “A lot of the infrastructure in certain parts of the state would need upgraded in order to support data centers,” said Jennifer McBroom, Barry Electric Cooperative CEO and general manager.
Purdy Council advances sewer project
The Purdy City Council advanced plans to improve the city’s network of sanitary storm sewers during its July 8 meeting.
Barry County sales taxes see solid gains in July
Sales tax receipts for the seven Barry County cities and the county government entities saw solid gains in July, though two cities ended up marginally lower than a year ago.
Former Cassville Democrat publisher to release ‘September 10’ on 25th anniversary
Former Cassville Democrat publisher Jacob W. Brower of Springfield will release his debut book, “September 10,” on Sept. 10, exactly 25 years after the day on which it is set.
News Briefs, Aug. 12
The Cassville school district has released Back to School information for the 2026-2027 school year. The first day of school is Aug. 25.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Primary surprises
This year’s primary election, much like the August of 2024, was unlike any other.
American Insights — Dakota Pettigrew: Day of Trial and Grief
It was a typical day for thirty-eight-year-old Brian Sweeney, a defense contractor who had made the long flight from Boston to Los Angeles countless times. Luggage in hand, he left…
Through the Years, Aug. 12
40 YEARS AGO: AVOIDING FUMBLES IMPORTANT — So important in fact that coach Joe Cavness has backfield prospects in early drills on hope to transfer the ball from one hand to another and avoid dropping same.
