You will have one less candidate for Wisconsin's state Senate to choose from this August after Outagamie County Veterans Service Officer Kell Bales suspended his campaign.

Bales entered the race on April 30, saying his campaign would be rooted in faith and built on family to strengthen the community. He suspended his bid on May 25, admitting he started too late to gather the necessary signatures while working full time and supporting his son, who is graduating from high school.

Bales then endorsed U.S. Army veteran Nic Cravillion, the current district director for state Sen. Andre Jacque.

"He's a solid man of faith, a combat veteran, a family man and has many years working for Sen. Jacque — all great experiences he can bring to our state," Bales wrote in his endorsement.

The news comes after another Republican state Senate candidate, DC Farm for Vets founder Jacob VandenPlas, announced he had received an endorsement from retiring Kewaunee County Sheriff Matt Joski.

"VandenPlas understands the importance of supporting law enforcement, protecting our communities, and defending the values that matter most to the people of Wisconsin," Joski wrote.

The Republican primary will also feature Calumet County's Barb Bittner and De Pere's Katie Baney. After the Aug. 11 primary, the winner will likely face independent candidate Mark Becker in the Nov. 3 general election.