Democrat News (Fredericktown, Missouri)

Overview

Democrat News is a weekly newspaper in Fredericktown, Missouri, serving Madison County.

Portfolio

• Democrat News — weekly newspaper

Ownership

As of September 2025, Democrat News is owned by Paxton Media Group, LLC, a privately held, family-owned company based in Paducah, Kentucky, led by fifth-generation family member Jamie Paxton as President and CEO.

History

Founded in 1897. Lee Enterprises sold the paper to Better Newspapers, Inc. in July 2023. Better Newspapers, Inc. sold Democrat News, along with 14 other Illinois and Missouri newspapers, to Paxton Media Group in September 2025.

Location and contact info

Address
131 S. Main St.
Fredericktown, MO 63645
Phone
(573) 783-3366