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. 5, 2023 11:55 am753d ago
Capanna Coffee Roasters’ coffee shop is coming under new ownership as the brand shifts its attention to focus on coffee bean roasting.
Restaurants Sep. 4, 2023 11:03 am754d ago
Looking for the best food in downtown and Northside Iowa City? See what made our list from Taste of Iowa City’s 15th annual event.
People & Places Sep. 2, 2023 6:00 am756d ago
After decades of experience in percussion instruction, performing arts education and theatrical productions, Doug Krejci’s expertise is being sought out not just across the Midwest, but across the country for marching bands, theater, speech competitions and more.
Restaurants Aug. 31, 2023 7:37 am758d ago
See what Hot & Roll, a no-frills spot with U.K. inspired Pakistani food, has on the menu.
Restaurants Aug. 30, 2023 6:15 am759d ago
The new cafe, opened in early August, serves cold-cut and toasted sandwiches, signature macaroni and cheese options, fresh salads, charcuterie boards, cheesecakes, snacks and a variety of seasonal specials like soups for fall.
Restaurants Aug. 31, 2023 7:22 am758d ago
The popular restaurant and bar will close this fall.
Agriculture Aug. 28, 2023 8:17 am761d ago
99 Counties, a local meat company in Keystone, is sparking a movement to change agriculture across Iowa.
People & Places Aug. 26, 2023 6:00 am763d ago
A new organization designed to help clients focus on mental health wellness is bringing new types of therapy to the area.
Restaurants Aug. 23, 2023 7:00 am766d ago
With its first full-service restaurant opening in a decade, Rio Burritos is expanding on specialties and coming into its own authenticity with northern Mexican street food.
Restaurants Aug. 23, 2023 6:15 am766d ago
As Boulder Tap House moves to a freestanding location, Olde Brick House will take its place.
Restaurants Aug. 23, 2023 10:45 am766d ago
The 15th annual event offers the culinary diversity of downtown and Northside Iowa City restaurants through bite-sized samples from more than 50 restaurants.
Restaurants Aug. 21, 2023 7:57 pm768d ago
The iconic Iowa City diner plans to reopen this fall under new ownership, including some with a hand in well-known local establishments.
People & Places Aug. 18, 2023 11:01 am771d ago
Gucci was destined for the slaughterhouse. But after a trip to Dairy Queen, he found a new path for his life.
Restaurants Aug. 16, 2023 6:15 am773d ago
A new seafood restaurant and a small burger chain are planning new locations opening soon at Westdale Town Center in southwest Cedar Rapids.
Restaurants Aug. 16, 2023 5:45 am773d ago
The chain’s signatures include its wings with 14 sauce options, and waffle fries with aioli.