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 Sep. 25, 2024 10:19 am367d ago
Less than a month after he announced plans to close permanently, the owner of Bo Mac’s has announced plans to reopen.
Restaurants Sep. 25, 2024 5:30 am367d ago
Paper Crane promises to bring an “innovative and fresh dining experience” to the Northside neighborhood at the helm of owners Sam and Riene Gelman.
Things To Do Sep. 25, 2024 8:00 am367d ago
With food, dancing, celebrations and “villages” with activities representing multiple countries across the largest continent in the world, the annual celebration isn’t just a recreational opportunity. Each year, the festival reminds its founders and attendees that everyone has a place in Iowa.
Business News Sep. 24, 2024 1:44 pm368d ago
Driven by new artists and audiences born after the advent of newer technologies, vinyl records are now the most sold form of physical media today — second only to online streaming platforms for music listeners, according to the Recording Industry Association of America.
People & Places Sep. 21, 2024 5:15 am371d ago
A new exhibit by acclaimed photographer Nancy Farese Richards shows that in a world focused on the wrong benchmarks, fun and games play a powerful role in human development — no matter your age.
Restaurants Sep. 19, 2024 5:30 am373d ago
The cafe, opened by Kelly Elliott and Jamie Skinner in 2018, has closed its current location at 2790 N. Dodge St.
Restaurants Sep. 19, 2024 5:15 am373d ago
Two new dive bars are making a splash in Cedar Rapids.
Restaurants Sep. 18, 2024 7:55 am374d ago
Pregame Brew and Chew, a new sports-themed restaurant, has opened on the southeast side under the protege of an old legacy.
Restaurants Sep. 18, 2024 5:00 am374d ago
Try new foods, watch cultural entertainment and immerse yourself in new experiences at the annual festival’s 10th celebration in NewBo.
Small Business News Sep. 18, 2024 7:57 am374d ago
The grant will support NewBo City Market’s multimillion dollar expansion project, expected to be let to contractors within the next week.
Restaurants Sep. 17, 2024 7:30 am375d ago
On Monday, the restaurant thanked the customers and staff who helped it overcome flood, fire and the pandemic.
Art Sep. 19, 2024 10:07 am373d ago
With portals to their past as younger artists and an entirely new portfolio of work created for the new exhibit, “Pentimento: Layers Revealed” offers a unique glimpse at each artist’s growth.
Restaurants Sep. 12, 2024 6:15 am380d ago
The overhauled menu under chef Bryce Vogel in the MedQuarter features gourmet salads, grilled cheese options like pear and Gouda or ham and pepperoncini, sandwiches with premium side options and build-your-own flatbreads.
Restaurants Sep. 12, 2024 5:45 am380d ago
Attendees can enjoy beer, learn about craft brews from representatives at each brand, listen to live music by Lyle Beaver and the Brass Notes, and play traditional German games like hammerschlagen and stein holding.
News Sep. 11, 2024 11:49 am381d ago
The Eastern Honor Flight will launch its 52nd flight on Tuesday. Here’s how you can show up to honor veterans in Cedar Rapids.