
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 days 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 days 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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3 weeks 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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1 month ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
ALLEGAN, Mich. — The Michigan Alpaca Festival is the longest-running alpaca show in the country, now in its 27th year. There are plenty of classes to watch, for both children and adult competitors. Don't miss the costume contest at noon on Saturday! Guests can meet the owners, learn more about these gentle animals, even pet and feed them.
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1 month ago |
fox17online.com | Michelle Dunaway
Sacred Beginnings exists to provide love, support and resources to victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. This is the first and only survivor-led team, able to meet these individuals where they are, and advocate for them in communities, with law enforcement and among lawmakers. The organization has reached more than 20,000 people since 2005, and provided transitional housing for 2300 residents.
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