July 8, 2012 (CHICAGO) (WLS) -- A local soldier got a suprise welcome home Sunday on the Northwest Side.
Army Spc. Steven Varnes got a heroe's welcome from family, friends, and the Warriors' Watch Riders.
The Taft High School graduate is back after an eight-month tour of duty in Afghanistan.
After his suprise escort, Varnes and his family headed to a pizza party in Edison Park.
He'll turn 22 next Sunday.
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