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Morgantown Marine Veteran Builds Community Through Cards

A Marine Corps veteran in Morgantown is using tabletop gaming and trading cards to keep the spirit of service brotherhood alive at home.

Maria Gonzalez ·
Morgantown Marine Veteran Builds Community Through Cards

A Morgantown Marine Corps veteran is turning a love of cards and tabletop games into a local gathering point for connection.

After military service, many veterans miss the everyday camaraderie that comes with working alongside the same team. Davin Peterman has found one answer in a welcoming game community, where shared hobbies make it easier for people to show up, talk and build friendships.

A Small Table With A Bigger Purpose

Local game nights can look simple from the outside, but they often give people a low-pressure way to find routine and belonging. For veterans, students and neighbors alike, a few hours around a table can become a meaningful weekly anchor.

The story is also a reminder that community building does not always require a large program or formal event. Sometimes it starts with a deck of cards, an open seat and someone willing to invite others in.

Source: WBOY-TV.

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