(KNZA)--The field of candidates is now set for several local races in Jackson County, and one contest will require a primary election to narrow the field.

According to the Jackson County Clerk's Office, four candidates filed by Monday's deadline for Position Five on the Holton City Commission. Those candidates are Darlene Selley, Shawn LeHotta, Jason Murphy, and John Lemon.

Because four candidates are seeking the seat, a primary election will be held on August 4th. The top two vote-getters will advance to the November 3rd general election. The position is currently held by Marilyn Watkins, who did not file for re-election.

In another Holton City Commission race, incumbent Tim Schlodder will face challenger Mark Davis for Position Three. City Commission races are nonpartisan.

Meanwhile, First District Jackson County Commissioner Mark Pruett has filed for re-election to a four-year term. Pruett is being challenged in the Republican primary by fellow Holton resident Doug Fisher.

The winner of that August Republican primary will face no Democratic opposition in the November general election.

The primary election is scheduled for August 4th, with the general election set for November 3rd.