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 Jun. 26, 2024 6:15 am607d ago
A NewBo City Market staple is expanding for the first time with a second location in a new Kingston Village Development.
Restaurants Jun. 26, 2024 5:45 am607d ago
The fast-casual concept announced plans on social media to open a second location at 1125 First Ave. SE — the corner shop vacated by Via Sofia’s earlier this month.
People & Places Jun. 24, 2024 8:29 am609d ago
The new Calyx Creek, opened in June, hopes to make lavender an experience to remember.
News Jun. 24, 2024 7:33 am609d ago
For about 50 years after the Stonewall Riots, most Pride events in Iowa were consigned to larger cities. Now, small towns are bringing a new definition to “hometown pride.”
Restaurants Jun. 20, 2024 6:15 am613d ago
Twenty years ago, the owner of Cafe Dodici helped spark a movement to invest in downtown Washington. Now, her daughter and son-in-law are following in her footsteps with a new concept.
Restaurants Jun. 20, 2024 5:30 am613d ago
The new restaurant will offer a throwback to a former favorite on the southeast side: Cork and Fork.
Restaurants Jun. 19, 2024 5:30 am614d ago
A restaurant and doughnut shop duo in Oak Hill Jackson have closed and transferred to an old name resurfacing in Cedar Rapids.
People & Places Jun. 17, 2024 7:22 am616d ago
Marion couple Lucas Howes and Lexi Thumann have completed a 6,000 square foot renovation, turning what was a crumbling 1866 structure into a place where tenants can have their own slice of a restored mansion.
History Jun. 14, 2024 10:49 am619d ago
For over 20 years, Buxton thrived as Iowa’s only majority Black city in history. Here’s what historians and authors of books say about it, and what Iowans can learn today from the former Monroe County town.
Restaurants Jun. 13, 2024 6:15 am620d ago
The Summer Culinary Camps series offers three unique themes, hands-on activities, and fun learning experiences for children ages 7 to 12.
Restaurants Jun. 13, 2024 4:25 pm620d ago
Mike’s opened on June 7 to serve a variety of ice cream offerings plus grill food like cheeseburgers, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and chicken strips.
Restaurants Jun. 13, 2024 7:24 am620d ago
Los Ortega’s, the only pupuseria in Cedar Rapids, is giving one mom a dream that took most of her life to realize.
Restaurants Jun. 12, 2024 6:15 am621d ago
A new spot specializing in a variety of cuisines is coming soon to a former Subway location in the Wellington Heights neighborhood.
Restaurants Jun. 17, 2024 4:43 pm616d ago
The restaurant’s two other locations at 5411 Center Point Rd. NE and in Cedar Falls will remain open.
Restaurants Jun. 7, 2024 1:50 pm626d ago
Want a vacation to the Far East but don’t have the Yen? Here’s where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine in the Corridor.

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