🌱 Illinois River Drowning Victim Identified + Disney Film Festival

Morning, neighbors! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Saturday started off right with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Breezy; a little morning rain. High: 45 Low: 32.
• Sunday: Cloudy, a shower; warmer. High: 55 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories today in Peoria:

1. Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood has confirmed the identity of an Illinois River drowning victim to be 58-year-old Tamara D. Schaidle of Peoria. Schaidle's body was found floating along the river near the RiverPlex on Tuesday morning; her family had reported her missing the night prior. The incident remains under investigation; anyone with information is asked to contact Criminal Investigation Division Detective Scott Hulse (309-494-8391) or submit anonymous tips via Tip411 or Crime Stoppers. (25 News Now)
2. Round1 Bowling and Amusement in Northwoods Mall is set to permanently close on May 21, according to employees. At this time, the general manager has not revealed the reason behind the decision or the number of employees who will be affected. The closure of the indoor entertainment center will leave Peoria residents without a nearby Round1 location, with the closest facility being over two hours away in Aurora. (CIProud.com)
3. The Peoria Riverfront Museum is bringing the magic of Disney to Peoria this April with the Disney Film Festival. From Apr. 28-30, moviegoers can enjoy classic Disney films in the Giant Screen Theater and attend pre- and post-film talks with Disney historian J.B. Kaufman and Laurie Algar, daughter of famed Disney producer James Algar. The festival will feature a full schedule of beloved Disney films, including Bambi, Mickey Shorts, and Sleeping Beauty. (Peoria Riverfront Museum via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Peoria:

Saturday, March 25

• Trivia Game Night At Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw (6:00 PM)
• Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Sounds Of Spring Concert At Grace Presbyterian Church (7:30 PM)
• Pawty Like A Rockstar At Castaways Bar & Grill, Chillicothe (8:00 PM)

Sunday, March 26

• Breakfast With The Easter Bunny At Hy-Vee (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Congrats to Peoria High School's Aaliyah Guyton, who was named the Journal Star Girls Basketball Player of the Year! (Peoria Journal Star)
• Want to dedicate your career to serving the community? The City of Peoria is hiring for several roles, including an equipment mechanic and a grant writer. (City of Peoria Illinois - Government via Facebook)
• A Peoria man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for multiple drugs and weapons offenses. Harold U. McGhee, 48, will also be required to complete five years of supervised release. (25 News Now)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.