Magnetic
March 28, 2024

Magnetic Springs mayor steps down, new one named

 

By Michael Williamson, Richwood Gazette

The mayor of Magnetic Springs is stepping down after almost two decades in the role.

At the village’s regular council meeting last week, Kathy Cantrell submitted her resignation to the board, ending a 16-year run as mayor.

She said it’s something she has thought about for a while but wanted to make sure the village was in better shape than when she arrived.

“I just thought it was time to move on, for myself and for the village,” she said. “My wish is that I want the village to excel. I always have. I love this village.”

Cantrell first came to the Magnetic Springs in 1992 and joined council shortly after i…

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