2025 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
Candidates running for any office that has voters in Oakland County are welcome to do a video interview.
Farmington Hills Renovates and Expands HQ with $3 Million State Grant
“This project represents a significant step forward in how we protect and serve the community,” said Farmington Hills Fire Chief Jon Unruh.
Oakland Thrive Restaurant Quest: Aubree’s Pizza in South Lyon
Aubree’s has a handful of locations. In South Lyon they’re at 21775 Pontiac Trail.
Lathrup Village Promotes Mike Zang to Chief of Police
The City extends its congratulations to Chief Zang and looks forward to his continued leadership and service.
Oakland County Kicks Off Local Gems Sweepstakes – Support Local Businesses, Enter to Win
Follow and share on social media using @AdvantageOak, #OaklandCounty, and #LocalGemOC.
Nov 15 – 17 – Ferndale Underground Holiday Market
It’s a uniquely Ferndale twist on a holiday market held in the basement of the DOT, Ferndale’s parking structure.
Highland’s Community Sharing Outreach Center Empty Bowl Project, Event Nov 9
Community Sharing Outreach Center needs your help to fight hunger in the Highland – White Lake – Milford community.
Nov 8 – Auburn Hills Community Center Hosting Star Lab Indoor Planetarium Program
This indoor planetarium program is great for anyone who is interested in the night sky and the stories that constellations can tell!
Nov 5 – See School Improvements at the Clawson High School Community Open House
You’ve seen the progress updates… now it’s time to see it in person!
Holly Community Food Pantry Available to Help, Accepting Donations
We invite residents, businesses, and community partners to join us by donating non-perishable food items, household supplies, or financial contributions to support the Holly Community Food Pantry.
Candidate Interview: Michael Fournier for Mayor of Royal Oak
There are six people running for three City Commissioner positions.
Candidate Interview: Jonathan Gold for Novi City Council
In the race for Novi City Council there seven candidates running for three seats in the Nov 4, 2025 election.
Candidate Interview: Paula Millan for Mayor of Clawson
For mayor the candidates are current Mayor Paula Millan, and Susan Moffitt, who is currently on City Council.
Candidate Interview: Trish Oliver for Mayor of Royal Oak
There are six people running for three City Commissioner positions.
Candidate Interview: Angie Smith for Farmington Hills City Council
For City Council the candidates are incumbents Michael Bridges and Valerie Knol, as well as Farah Khan, Angie Smith, and Charlie Starkman.
Candidate Interview: Charlie Starkman for Farmington Hills City Council
For City Council in Farmington Hills there are five candidates running for three seats. Candidates are incumbents Michael Bridges and Valerie Knol, as well as Farah Khan, Angie Smith, and Charlie Starkman.
Affirmations Accepting Donations for Food Pantry, Next Pantry is Nov 15
They are accepting donations, with a particular interest in canned meat, canned meals, canned fruits and veggies, canned soups, canned beans, Ensure Max protein drinks, pasta, breakfast cereal, oatmeal, snack items, granola bars and protein bars.
Pontiac Couple Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide
“It breaks my heart when relationships turn violent,” Sheriff Michael Bouchard said. “If you’re in an abusive one, get help. There are people and groups ready to guide you to safety.”
Ferndale, Oak Park, and Southfield Awarded Tree Planting Grants
“Trees connect us — to our neighborhoods, our environment and each other,” said Rodney Cole, president, DTE Foundation.
Candidate Interviews for Clawson City Council
Candidates are incumbent Bruce Anderson, George Georges, Scott Manning, Meredith Peltonen, William Renshaw, Heather Rigby Rinkevich, incumbent Glenn Shepard, Laura Slowinski, Alec Speshock, and Scott Tinlin.