Tuesday was the last day for candidate to file nomination papers for the upcoming May primary election in Schuylkill County.

Candidates include:Sheriff: Joseph G. Groody, Ashland, DemocratDistrict Attorney: Christine A. Holman, Barnesville, RepublicanMichael A. O'Pake, Norwegian Township, DemocratDistrict judges: (all cross-filed)Christina E. Hale, Frackville, RepublicanJames R. Ferrier, Orwigsburg, RepublicanStephen J. Bayer, Tamaqua, RepublicanJames K. Reiley, Pottsville, DemocratCoaldaleMayor: Joel Johnson, RepublicanHerb Whildin, RepublicanCouncil: Angela Krapf, DemocratHarry R. Hontz Jr., RepublicanAnne Girard, RepublicanJoel Johnson, RepublicanTax Collector: Catherine Papesh, Democrat.The primary election is May 16.Candidates are welcome to campaign announcements to the Times News at tneditor@tnonline. Submissions should be no more than 350 words and should include why you are seeking office and a brief biography. Photographs are welcome.Deadline for submission is May 5.