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. 9, 2024 7:48 am708d ago
If you’ve missed their signature Cuban sandwich, keep an eye out for their new location coming soon.
People & Places Jan. 6, 2024 6:00 am711d ago
See what inspired people to drive 600 miles for free food from this Coralville-based national chain.
Restaurants Jan. 4, 2024 7:00 am713d ago
With exclusive new styles of lager and unique international fusions, there’s plenty to explore in the brewery’s growing empire.
Restaurants Jan. 4, 2024 10:12 am712d ago
The future home of Lubben Wines will include a 6,000-square-foot event center, a wine tasting bar and production facility.
Restaurants Jan. 3, 2024 8:05 am714d ago
See what they’ll be serving and how to get tickets.
People & Places Jan. 3, 2024 5:30 am714d ago
About a year after fashion activist Andre Wright transformed a dry cleaning building into a house of fashion, the Wright House of Fashion has helped students land partnerships with national record labels and retailers showcasing some of the first projects from its students.
Business News Jan. 2, 2024 10:07 am714d ago
The new managers of Honey Creek Resort in Moravia have a vision to turn the resort on one of Iowa’s largest recreational lakes into a year-round destination.
Art Dec. 30, 2023 6:00 am718d ago
A set of 10 acrylic paintings by artist, guitarist and recently published novelist Sam Weis explores the definition of art and the role of abstract interpretation by inviting the observer to draw their own conclusions.
Restaurants Dec. 28, 2023 6:30 am720d ago
There were 10 stories hungry readers couldn’t get enough of as restaurants opened and closed through the year.
Restaurants Dec. 27, 2023 6:15 am721d ago
The restaurant from Andres Torres, owner of Villa’s Patio in Cedar Rapids and Marion, offered several novelties in the crowded Mexican food scene, including a Sinaloa focus from the Pacific coast, Mexican-inspired sushi and steak options.
Restaurants Dec. 27, 2023 5:15 am721d ago
The Marion site previously was home to Bistro 3 Nineteen.
Restaurants Dec. 26, 2023 6:15 am722d ago
The Coralville location will close on Dec. 31 after almost nine years in business at Coral Ridge Mall.
Restaurants Dec. 26, 2023 5:45 am722d ago
The shop, previously managed by Cedar Rapids pop singer Alisabeth Von Presley, reopened Dec. 2, revealing a new, cozy aesthetic — a sharp departure from its previously pink, flamboyant decor.
News Dec. 25, 2023 7:28 am723d ago
In a world that has become increasingly disconnected in real life, Wyzr Friends hopes to decrease social isolation among those in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.
Restaurants Dec. 25, 2023 7:36 am723d ago
Raging Ryno’s, opened near Coe College in Cedar Rapids, exhibits its managing partner’s personality in a way few restaurants do.

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