116 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Elijah Decious
The first time I learned how to ask good questions was at age 5, when I learned Santa Claus was not real. “Whose lap have I been sitting on all these years?!” was the first question I asked, according to my mother.
I’m a features reporter for The Gazette, which means I have the opportunity to get to know folks on a more personal level, show people the best parts of life and demonstrate how daily news affects members of the community. In addition to covering restaurants and food news, I serve on The Gazette’s Fact Checker team and have a particular passion for human interest pieces as well as stories focusing on marginalized communities.
Sometimes, taking a moment to listen to others and reflect on what they say — even those who might not think they have much of a story to tell — really puts things in perspective.
When I’m not reporting, I like to travel, go bird watching, search for new items to add to my Peanuts collection and keep my cat from scaring away the cardinals on my balcony.
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Latest Articles by Elijah Decious
Restaurants Jan. 2, 2025 7:30 am268d ago
Signs for the restaurant have reappeared at 4330 16th Ave. SW in Cedar Rapids — a space previously home to Highway 30 Diner, which moved to 1519 Sixth St. SW in June.
Restaurants Jan. 2, 2025 6:45 am268d ago
K.C. Cakes, first opened in November 2023 by Krystan Proctor and Alex Cooley, will become K.C. Cakes and Cajun as it starts serving Cajun food on Jan. 3.
Restaurants Jan. 2, 2025 5:45 am268d ago
The new Draft Dreamer Draft Cannabis line will be served in options including cocktails, teas, sodas and more at Field Day’s relatively new taproom, 925 Liberty Way.
Restaurants Jan. 2, 2025 7:26 am268d ago
About 23 years after they met in an Iowa City elementary school, two Sudanese refugees have reinvested in the hometown that raised them as one of its own.
Restaurants Jan. 1, 2025 5:45 am269d ago
The Wedge’s new location, in between Joe’s Place and Get Fresh Cafe, is set to open right after the New Year.
Restaurants Jan. 2, 2025 7:18 am268d ago
The restaurant and bar at Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue has closed in Iowa City as the owners transition to a private events venue
Restaurants Dec. 31, 2024 12:03 pm270d ago
The new restaurant, at 102 Second St. SE, will open at 4 p.m. Dec. 31.
Community Dec. 26, 2024 7:18 am275d ago
A brand-new bookmobile is opening a new chapter for the Marion Public Library as it hits the streets in December. The new vehicle, which can hold about 3,000 books, brought the service back to Marion for the first time in several decades as it started twice-weekly stops on Dec. 17.
Arts & Entertainment Dec. 26, 2024 7:30 am275d ago
Free Week, a new celebration of Iowa’s largest arts and culture district, will open performances, hands-on workshops and live music to the public at over 15 venues throughout Iowa City from Feb. 18 to 22.
Restaurants Dec. 27, 2024 3:03 pm273d ago
Kentucky Fried Chicken has closed its only location in Marion.
Restaurants Dec. 23, 2024 8:27 am278d ago
A new franchise has opened in Coralville after almost two years in the making.
Restaurants Dec. 23, 2024 8:24 am278d ago
After two years in NewBo City Market, the vendor known for its brisket, ribs and pulled pork will be moving to Cedar River Landing’s building.
People & Places Dec. 21, 2024 6:48 am280d ago
House of Words brings all of the good parts of open mic with none of the bad to build a community for growth between amateur and professional.
Restaurants Dec. 19, 2024 7:18 am282d ago
After returning earlier this year from a three-year hiatus, the Fork and Knife Feast is hitting its stride with plans for 2025.
Restaurants Dec. 19, 2024 5:15 am282d ago
The seafood restaurant’s last day open at 796 11th St. will be Dec. 28.