Sarah Wilson Announces Bid for Scott County Tax Assessor
(Submitted by Sarah Wilson)
I’m excited to officially announce my decision to run for Scott County Tax Assessor!
This decision comes from my love for our community and my belief that this office should always put people before politics. The Tax Assessor’s job may not sound glamorous, but it plays a big role in making sure everyone in Scott County is treated fairly and honestly.
My goal is simple: to bring transparency, accuracy, and fairness to the job — because that’s what our taxpayers deserve.
I’m ready to work hard for you, and I’d be honored to have your support along the way.
Working for the people, not the politics.
From Caution to Confidence
By nature, I’m a relatively cautious person. If pain occurs or trust is compromised, I tend to think twice before going down that road again.
For example: if a curling iron melts my entire thumbprint off, I proceed with caution next time. And if a person treats me—or someone I love—unfairly, well, I definitely proceed with caution in the future.
But here’s where it gets tricky: sometimes my own caution tries to build an unhealthy fortress around the wounded corners of my heart. I’ve had to learn to be cautious of my own caution. It sounds funny, I know, but maybe you understand what I mean.
Over the years, I’ve met plenty of cynical, pessimistic, and bitter people—and almost all of them had one thing in common: they’d been burned. Their pain didn’t develop overnight, and their journey toward bitterness was long and exhausting.
But here’s what’s fascinating: I’ve also met some of the most hopeful, optimistic, and joyful people—and they’d been burned too! Some of their wounds were even deeper, yet they still smiled.
The difference was clear. The ones who embraced wholeness and healing, instead of staying tattered and torn, chose Jesus. They chose to courageously proceed with confidence in the Lord as their helper—rather than fearfully proceeding with caution against whatever could happen next.
Don’t get me wrong—proceeding with caution isn’t wrong when it’s rooted in wisdom and discernment. We live in a broken world, and painful circumstances are inevitable. But we can’t allow our caution to override our confidence in Christ.
Here’s the truth: no matter how badly we’ve been burned, Jesus will always work things out for our good. He will never break our trust, never cause us to stumble, and never lead us astray.
So today, proceed with confidence. Pursue healing, embrace tenderness, and smile—because His plans for you are always good.
Hebrews 13:6 — So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
Sheri Thompson Announces Bid for Scott County Assessor
(Submitted by Sheri Thompson)
I’m excited to share that I am running on the Republican ticket for Scott County Assessor! Many of you know me — I’ve had the honor of serving as your Assessor for two terms in the past years. I have a total of 11 years of experience. I truly enjoyed working with the people of our county. That experience gave me a deep understanding of the job and a strong appreciation for the trust you place in this office. I’m a lifelong resident of Scott County, and this community means so much to me. My faith and family are the foundation of who I am, and they inspire me to serve with honesty, fairness, and dedication. I care deeply about the people and the places that make Scott County special. If elected, I’ll continue to work hard to ensure fair and accurate assessments, provide great service to our residents, and keep the assessor’s office open, approachable, and transparent. I’m looking forward to getting out in the community, hearing your thoughts, and earning your support once again. Together, we can continue to make Scott County a great place to call home! Thank you for your support! — Sheri Thompson for Scott County Assessor