FLORIDA — Florida’s Primary Election wrapped up Tuesday night, but not every race is over.

What You Need To Know

Some Central Florida races were so close that a clear winner could not be determined. Now, they’re headed toward a likely recount and runoff.

Those four local positions left in limbo include:

Flagler Commissioner District 5

  • There was a 40-vote difference between Pam Richardson and Ed Danko.

Palm Coast District 3

  • Andrew Werner won by nearly 300 votes, but just two votes separate Dana Stancel and Ray Stevens. This will head to a runoff.

Orange County Commission District 1

  • The race had a five vote difference between Commissioner Nicole Wilson and challenger Austin Arthur, which is likely headed for a recount.

“I believe I will prevail. I am ahead right now, but it’s not over yet,” said Wilson. “We don’t get to sign off until we do a recount, and we’ll do that publicly and that’s going to happen tomorrow and the next day. Hopefully, it’ll be certified and sent off to the State of Florida.”

Supervisor of Elections, Glen Gilzean, said the canvassing board will discuss and order a recount on Thursday.

If one is ordered, the recount will take place at 1:30pm on Friday.

“We enjoy the process. It’s part of the republic that we live in,” said Arthur. “People want to be heard, and we want to make sure every single vote was counted. That’s what this process will do.”

Orange County Commission District 3

  • Incumbent commissioner Mayra Uribe was challenged by former state Senator Linda Stewart, and neither of them received more than 50% of the vote. So the race is heading for a runoff.

“I am thankful to all my supporters for getting me into the runoff,” said Stewart in a statement. “The general is a game changer in this race. There is a large divide between the two of us, and that message will be explained. We ran a clean campaign and people know me as honorable, successful, and experienced.”

Incumbent candidate Commissioner Mayra Uribe is continuing to campaign with the runoff race.

She said with low voter turnout, she’s hoping to see that increase come November.

“I’m glad people came out and voted. I’m glad I have a runoff seat come November and still people’s voices were heard,” said Uribe.

Orange County Commission District 5

  • Neither of the candidates, Kelly Semrad and Steve Leary, received more than 50% of the vote, so they will both appear on the ballot in November.

Spectrum News reached out to both candidates for a statement. So far, only Semrad has responded.

“Team Kelly is thrilled with the results from the Orange County District 5 Primary Election,” said Semrad. “The results from the Primary indicate that people recognize the difference between a people’s vs. special interest candidate. I think voters realize that we have perpetuating community challenges that require alternative solutions than those used in the past. I bring a new perspective accompanied with a unique expertise to help solve our community’s issues. We are looking forward to winning the General Election in November for our community and environment.”

Kissimmee Mayor

  • Jackie Espinosa will head to a runoff in November against John Cortes.

All the runoff elections will take place on election day in November.

If you’re not already registered to vote, you have until Oct. 7 to register to vote in the November election.