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Are you caught up on Prairie Fire? The most recent episode takes us on a trip south to check out the Scratch Brewing Company, located in Ava, Illinois. This unique microbrewery emphasizes local ingredients and a sense of place. Then we head back up north to Prairie Fire Glass in Monticello, a art gallery and glass blowing shop that showcases some unique glass artistry. Finally, we end up at Japan House, on the University of Illinois campus in Urbana, a place that strives to make traditional Japanese arts and culture accessible to everyone. 

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