August Business of the Month – J & L Vernon Farms

We would like to congratulate J &L Vernon Farms for being selected as the West Liberty Business Association’s August 2024 Business of the Month.

J & L Vernon Farms is owned Jeff and Linda Vernon. Jeff and Linda have been married for 29 years. They have 3 children: Jason, Martha, and Jennifer. Their family also includes grandchildren, Olivia, Laney, Caise, Kyle, Josey, Boden, Sophia, and Wyatt.

Their farm is located just 2 miles north of the Village. The farm was established in 1963 by Judy and Bill Vernon and they celebrated the 60-year anniversary in May, 2023! While they have no employees, they are equal partners and share all the farm work, projects, and chores!

Currently, Linda serves as Vice-President of the West Liberty Business Association; There are many events that she is involved with behind the scenes such as Summer Street Market and Car Show. She is a vital part to the WLBA and is always available any time she is needed! She also sits on the West Liberty Parks Advisory Board representing the Sherman Ricketts Park and the Ricketts Family as well as serving as a Director of The Logan County Land Trust. Linda participated in the initial grant writing and funding for the development of Sherman Ricketts Park. Linda says it has been a privilege working with the Village leaders and the Ricketts family to bring their vision to fruition. Linda says she is open to finding new opportunities to serve our community. They are also members of Quest Community Church and serve as life group leaders.

Linda says her favorite thing about West Liberty is the future opportunities to grow and create an even better community! She feels that she is a small voice with a big conviction to serve others and make a difference! She looks forward to working with her fellow business owners and operators to help make West Liberty a great small town! Linda says as we enter a new season that she is grateful for the collaborations and partnerships that she has established and hopes to grow together.

Linda says her hope and prayer are to create an ongoing legacy for their children and grandchildren as Judy and Bill intended for the farm. She feels humbled and blessed.