Custom-made game board finds new home at VA

The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff recently accepted a custom-made chess/checkers board from Poplar Bluff Monument. The stone was removed from the medical center during a recent renovation and the oversized board will be used as an outdoor activity in the courtyard.

“This is a great way to recycle a little piece of our history and the Veterans will really appreciate this donation,” said Dale Garrett, VA voluntary services chief. “We very much appreciate the creativity and generosity of Poplar Bluff Monuments for providing a unique outdoor experience for our patients. Their workmanship was excellent and we will be proud to display this at our facility – it even has the military logos on it.”

Garrett added that the medical center will be seeking large pieces for the board.

“Local artists or craftsmen who would like to help with making these pieces can give our Voluntary Services Department a call at 573-778-4276,” he requested.