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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
State Government Apr. 29, 2024 11:00 am596d ago
The blossoming industry could soon be significantly regulated under a bill sent to Gov. Kim Reynolds for her signature. Reactions from the companies who produce THC drinks are mixed.
Health Care and Medicine May. 2, 2024 3:43 pm593d ago
As health care affordability becomes a greater and greater concern, Muller said the Community Health Free Clinic is a critical beacon for uninsured and underinsured Eastern Iowans who have few other places to go. Here’s why he’s spent 18 years with them.
News Apr. 29, 2024 12:34 pm596d ago
A pesar de que tengan un techo, estas familias inmigrantes y muchos otros como ellos en el Condado de Johnson forman parte de un grupo que está experimentando la definición técnica de carecer de un hogar.
Restaurants Apr. 25, 2024 6:15 am601d ago
The idea, inspired by luxe, elaborate doughnut shops in Las Vegas made famous by social media, is a riff between a creative angle and a practical one.
Restaurants Apr. 24, 2024 8:22 am601d ago
The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s 22nd annual Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest will allow Iowans to submit their top choice for the best pork tenderloin sandwich in the state.
Health Care and Medicine Apr. 22, 2024 8:27 am603d ago
With more sophisticated and more expensive drugs advancing every year, the annual sum Ostrem’s work saves patients continues to climb, nearly 38 years after she started.
News Apr. 22, 2024 8:34 am603d ago
Despite having a roof over their heads, more than half of working immigrant families meet the technical definition of homelessness as they double up, triple up and worse to maintain their homes.
People & Places Apr. 20, 2024 6:00 am606d ago
For the first time on the air, the double amputee everyone knows for his brand of optimism revealed a new layer about himself in detail. In doing so with local artist Emma Walker, he hopes to help others like him.
Health & Wellness Apr. 19, 2024 6:00 am607d ago
A 5K race inaugurated last year to raise awareness of Lyme Disease is returning to support a new nonprofit started to support the unique needs of Iowans living with Lyme Disease.
Restaurants Apr. 18, 2024 6:15 am608d ago
With soups, salads, charcuterie boards and tasty treats, The Hangry lady in the NewBo neighborhood offers lunch at the intersection of art and cuisine.
Restaurants Apr. 18, 2024 5:45 am608d ago
The event at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center will feature live music, a silent auction, awareness-raising games and samples from more than 20 local and national breweries and cideries.
Restaurants Apr. 17, 2024 6:15 am609d ago
“We have heard loud and clear from customers that they miss some of their favorites at McDonald’s — the number one request being steak bagels,” said Scott Soifer, operator and owner of locations across Eastern Iowa.
Restaurants Apr. 17, 2024 5:45 am609d ago
Described as “the perfect blend of a sports bar and nightlife” that “fuses athletics and entertainment,” the new concept’s menu includes an eclectic assortment of food for a bar, including Peruvian chicken tacos, Turkish Cigar Rolls and truffle mushroom flatbread.
Restaurants Apr. 16, 2024 8:37 am609d ago
Owners of the longtime Vietnamese staple downtown are hoping to keep the business and its recipes alive with the next owners as they take a step toward retirement.
People & Places Apr. 12, 2024 6:03 pm613d ago
Across the globe, the Rev. Michael Lapsley has facilitated healing from trauma and wounds through storytelling. This month, you can participate in his workshops.

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