With former Honorary Mayor of Brandon Dave Braun, left, and Steve Coupe, both members of AMVETS Post #44, is Sal Rodriguez, 24, home for good after four tours of duty: three in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. "It feels great," said Rodriguez, who returned home three months ago. "I'm looking at grass. It's about time." As for the Brandon Fourth of July Parade? "This is really cool," said Rodriguez, a graduate of Brandon High School.

With former Honorary Mayor of Brandon Dave Braun, left, and Steve Coupe, both members of AMVETS Post #44, is Sal Rodriguez, 24, home for good after four tours of duty: three in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. "It feels great," said Rodriguez, who returned home three months ago. "I'm looking at grass. It's about time." As for the Brandon Fourth of July Parade? "This is really cool," said Rodriguez, a graduate of Brandon High School.