(KAIR)--A candidate has entered the race for the position of  Atchison County Treasurer.

Atchison County Clerk Pauline Lee tells MSC News Effingham resident Connie Ellerman filed by petition as a Republican Tuesday. 

She currently serves as Noxious Weed Director the county. 

The position of Treasurer is currently held by Sheila Bilderback who has not yet filed to seek another term in office. 

Candidates have until noon, June 1st to file. 

The Kansas primary election is set for August 2nd, and the general election for November 8th.

Other major Atchison County filings so far include that of current County Commission Chairman Bill Pohl. He has filed for re-election to the 3rd District Commission seat. 

Lancaster area resident Michelle Phillips has filed for the office of County Clerk, with Lee earlier announcing she will not seek another term.