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        <description>We've gathered the latest news about MCC for you. </description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:00:02 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Invites Community to Drop-In Open House and Expo March 18</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/03/meet-mcc-26.html</link>
                <description>At Meet MCC, prospective students and community members can explore educational programs, career pathways, college resources, and more. </description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 5 Mar 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Names Fall 2025 Recipients of Joseph A. Blanco Award</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/03/joe-blanco-fall-25.html</link>
                <description>Jermaine Ayers and Juan Rodriguez were recognized with the award, which honors students who inspire others everyday with their positive attitude. </description>
                <pubDate>Tue, 3 Mar 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC to Host Concert Celebrating Irish Music and Dance</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/03/irish-music-25.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College will celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with an evening of traditional Irish music and dance on Wednesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. </description>
                <pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Student-Run Restaurant Tartan Bistro Returns for Spring 2026</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/tartan-bistro-26.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College’s student-run restaurant, Tartan Bistro, is open for the spring season and once again welcoming the community to enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals crafted and served by MCC culinary students.</description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Epping Gallery at MCC Features Photography by Lucy Dolan</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/february-art-exhibit-26.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College is showcasing Thirty-Two, a photography exhibition by artist Lucy Dolan, in the Epping Gallery now through March 27. </description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Names Fall 2025 President's List Recipients</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/presidents-list-fall-25.html</link>
                <description>The following McHenry County College students were named to the President’s List for Fall 2025. </description>
                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Names Fall 2025 Dean's List Recipients</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/deans-list-fall-25.html</link>
                <description>The following McHenry County College students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2025. </description>
                <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Offers Free Tax Preparation Assistance Through April 15</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/VITA-tax-clinic-26.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College is hosting free tax assistance and e-filing of federal and state returns for qualified individuals now through April 15 with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Clinic. </description>
                <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
                <guid>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/VITA-tax-clinic-26.html</guid>
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                                                    <category>Community</category>
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                <title>Register Now for Spring Break and Summer Kids and College Program</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/kids-and-college-26.html</link>
                <description>Designed to spark curiosity and build practical skills, the Kids and College program provides hands-on classes that help students explore interests, discover potential career paths, and develop a lasting enthusiasm for learning. </description>
                <pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Black Box Theatre to Present Faculty-Written Musical</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/02/im-no-shakespeare.html</link>
                <description>The Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College is proud to present the world premiere of I’m No Shakespeare, with book and lyrics by Michael Hillstrom and directed by Jay Geller.</description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                                                    <category>Students</category>
                                    <category>Arts</category>
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                <title>LISI Event at MCC Explores the Science of AI and Passion of Poets</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/lisi-poetry-26.html</link>
                <description>The Liebman Institute for Science Innovation at McHenry County College invites the community to an evening where romance meets algorithms on Friday, February 13. </description>
                <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Great Seed Event in McHenry County Expands in its Third Year</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/great-seed-event-26.html</link>
                <description>The McHenry County College Center for Agrarian Learning and University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners invite the community to attend the third annual Great Seed Event on Saturday, February 7. </description>
                <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Michael Bazan and Big City Dixieland Band to Perform February 15</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/big-city-dixieland-26.html</link>
                <description>Woodwind artist Michael Bazan will perform with Chicago favorite Big City Dixieland for a lively afternoon concert on Sunday, February 15. </description>
                <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Friends of MCC Foundation Receives Donation from Regal Rexnord</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/regal-rexnord-donation.html</link>
                <description>The Friends of McHenry County College Foundation recently received a $5,000 donation from Regal Rexnord, a manufacturing company located in Marengo. </description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Art Galleries Welcome Two New Exhibits in January</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/art-galleries-jan-2026.html</link>
                <description>On display in Galleries One and Two will be Interplay by Perry Pollock. In the Epping Gallery is The Posture of a Place by Maria Sisul. </description>
                <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>People in Need Forum Returns to McHenry County College January 31</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/pin-2026.html</link>
                <description>The Forum will bring together more than 125 exhibitors showcasing vital community resources designed to support individuals and families throughout McHenry County.</description>
                <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
                <guid>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/pin-2026.html</guid>
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                <title>Sip, Stretch, and Yoga Event Explores the Science of Movement</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/lisi-yoga-26.html</link>
                <description>Join the Liebman Institute for Science Innovation at McHenry County College for an interactive program that combines yoga with live scientific explanation on Saturday, January 17. </description>
                <pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>Explore New Skills this Winter with Community Enrichment Programs</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/q1-ce-2026.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College has announced its Q1 Community Enrichment Schedule, featuring a wide variety of classes available January through March 2026. </description>
                <pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Student Farm Elderberries Featured in New Craft Beer</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2026/01/elderberry-beer-kishwaukee.html</link>
                <description>The Center for Agrarian Learning at McHenry County College has partnered with the Kishwaukee Brewing Company to create a limited-edition Elderberry Ale crafted using elderberries grown on the MCC student farm. </description>
                <pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2026 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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                <title>MCC Recognizes Winter 2025 Graduates in Commencement Ceremony</title>
                <link>https://www.mchenry.edu/news/2025/12/commencement-winter-25.html</link>
                <description>McHenry County College recognized 528 graduates at its Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, December 13. </description>
                <pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 CST</pubDate>
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