(KNZA)--Two candidates have filed for the position of Jackson County Attorney.
Bethany Lee, of Holton, is challenging incumbent Jeff Morrow, of Topeka, for the position. Both are Republicans.
Morrow was appointed in May 2022 to fill the unexpired term of former Jackson County Attorney Shawna Miller. He previously served as assistant county attorney under Miller.
Lee is currently a deputy district attorney with the Shawnee County District Attorney's Office.
Candidates have until noon, June 3 to file at the Jackson County Clerk's Office.
The primary election will be held August 6 and the general election will take place November 5.
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