Graduation Rate Jumps + Fatal Motorcycle Crash: Fairfax Top News

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — Here are five local stories you don't want to miss today in Fairfax County:

1. Graduation Rates Up For Fairfax County Students In 2021: Graduation rates increased for the class of 2021 at Fairfax County Public Schools, according to data released Thursday by the Virginia Department of Education. MORE

2. 1 Killed In Motorcycle Crash On Route 28 In Herndon Area: Police: Fairfax County Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred early Friday morning on Route 28 in the Herndon area. MORE

3. Tysons Area Beltway Lane Closures Planned Again This Weekend: For a second weekend, the Virginia Department of Transportation is planning lane closures on the Capital Beltway in the Tysons area. MORE

4. 15 Halloween Events In Alexandria: Parade, Trick-Or-Treat

As October begins, it's time for thrills, chills and family fun in Alexandria and Mount Vernon. MORE

5. Local Artisans Featured At Fall Pop-Up Market In Vienna: It's never too early to get started on Christmas shopping. Local artisans will sell their handmade items at a Fall Pop-Up Market in Vienna on the weekend of Oct. 16 and 17. MORE

Visit your local Patch for more news, events and announcements happening in your community.

Sean McConnell at Wolf Trap (Oct. 1)

Vienna Oktoberfest (Oct. 2)

Art on the Avenue (Oct. 2)

McLean 5K (Oct. 2)

Fox Mill Estates Community Yard Sale (Oct. 2)

Alexandria Love Your Pet Day (Oct. 3)

Ronald McDonald House Charities Red Shoe 5k Run & Walk (Oct. 3)