(KMZA)--A primary election will be held Tuesday to narrow the field of candidates for three area school board positions.

Four candidates are vying for position 1 on the Nemaha Central USD 115 Board of Education.

They include Doug Dalinghaus, John Howard, Laurie Osterhaus and incumbent Amy Sudbeck.

Only registered voters that live in USD 115 board member District 1 may vote.

Voters will cast their ballots at the Nemaha County Community Building in Seneca.

The top two vote getters will advance to the November 2nd general election ballot.

In Jackson County, a primary election will be held for two school board positions.

Four candidates are vying for position five on the Jackson Heights USD 335 Board of Education. They include Matthew Browning, Shannon Henry, Justin Moore and Wendie Edwards-Richter. The seat is currently held by Ed Rostetter, who didn't file for re-election.

Four candidates are seeking position four on the Holton USD 336 Board of Education. They include Ryan Phillips, Zachary Lancaster, Simon Murnahan and Rochelle Falk. The seat is currently held by Allen Arnold, who didn't file for re-election.

Only voters who live within those specific member districts will be able to vote in the primary election.

All of Jefferson Township will vote at the Circleville Christian Church and all others at the Jackson County Courthouse.

The two candidates with the most votes for each position will advance to the general election in November.

Polls will be open Tuesday from 7:00 in the morning until 7:00 in the evening.