What is another word for one of the folks back home?
Pronunciation: [wˈɒn ɒvðə fˈə͡ʊks bˈak hˈə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
One of the folks back home is a phrase used to refer to someone who is from the same place as you are or shares similar values and culture. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this person, such as hometown friend, colleague from back home, local buddy, or hometown neighbor. These terms are often used to describe someone you grew up with or who knows the same people and shares the same sense of belonging to a particular place. Using these synonyms can be useful when you want to emphasize the close connection you feel with someone from your hometown or community.
