(KNZA)--A primary election will be needed to narrow the field of candidates for a position on the Jackson Heights USD 335 Board of Education.

Four candidates have filed for position 5, which is currently held by Ed Rostetter, who didn't seek re-election.

They include Wendie Richter, Shannon Henry, Matthew Browning and Justin Moore.

During the August 3 primary election, the top two vote getters will advance to the November 2nd general election ballot.

There will be also be contested races in November for positions on the Holton USD 336 Board of Education and Royal Valley USD 337 Board of Education.

Three candidates are vying for position 4 on the Holton USD 336 Board. They include Ryan Phillips, Zachary Lancaster and Rochelle Falk. The position is currently held by Allen Arnold, who didn't seek re-election.

Three candidates are seeking position 6 on the Royal Valley USD 337 Board. They include incumbent Ann Kelly, Michelle Decker and Bailey Parker.

Tuesday was the filing deadline.