Michelle Dunaway
Co-Host, Morning Mix at WXMI-TV (Grand Rapids, MI)
Anchor/Reporter for FOX 17, wife, mother, runner, triathlete, equestrienne, lover of food, wine and travel. Not necessarily in that order. Opinions are my own.
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3 weeks ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Grand Rapids will host a powerful, weeklong tribute from September 1–7, 2025, marking 80 years since the end of World War II. This city, which led the nation in commemorating the 75th anniversary in 2020, will once again become the center of remembrance and honor. The celebration begins on September 1 with a Parade of Honor through downtown Grand Rapids at 10:30 AM, followed by a stirring Wings of Honor Flyover at noon.
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3 weeks ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. — Founded in 2016, Iron Fish Distillery is Michigan’s first farm distillery—growing grain, distilling spirits, and barrel finishing sourced whiskey on a once-abandoned 120-acre farm. Located near Traverse City and Crystal Mountain in Benzie County, the distillery sits along the Betsie River watershed, home to the iconic Steelhead.
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3 weeks ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
CreativeMornings is a global breakfast lecture series that celebrates creativity, community, and connection. In Grand Rapids, the local chapter brings together artists, entrepreneurs, designers, and curious minds for monthly gatherings that inspire and energize. Founded in 2008 in New York City, CreativeMornings has grown into a worldwide movement with chapters in nearly 250 cities. Each event features a short talk from a local creative professional, centered around a global monthly theme.
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3 weeks ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — AYA Youth Collective is a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth aged 14–24 who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Their mission is to create communities rooted in belonging, helping young people build authentic relationships, access vital resources, and achieve sustainable housing . In April 2025, AYA Youth Collective broke ground on its 13th supportive housing unit—the organization's first-ever new home construction.
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1 month ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
WEST MICHIGAN — Hippity-hoppity, Easter is on its way! Here are just a few of the Easter Egg Hunts happening around the region. Find the eggs and share your love with some kitties at Second Chance Cats of West Michigan. This is the 3rd year for the Spring Egg Hunt with Cats. Bring your basket or bag, and stop by anytime Friday (4/18) between 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm. This isn't a race or timed event. A $10 donation is suggested.
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