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 Nov. 26, 2025 11:47 am88d ago
Dua Pie, a restaurant specializing in New York style pies, subs and pasta, opened on Nov. 19.
People & Places Nov. 25, 2025 12:26 pm89d ago
In an increasingly insular world, a former Iowa Writers’ Workshop professor is being recognized for a lifetime of work that transcends literary boundaries.
Restaurants Nov. 20, 2025 6:45 am94d ago
The meal will feature roasted turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, green beans, dinner rolls, cranberry sauce, pie and non-alcoholic beverages.
Restaurants Nov. 20, 2025 6:00 am94d ago
A small Iowa energy bar chain will be waking up more Eastern Iowans soon.
Restaurants Nov. 20, 2025 5:15 am95d ago
A local seafood restaurant is boiling over into another city.
Restaurants Nov. 19, 2025 6:45 am95d ago
A popular hibachi and sushi spot is growing.
Restaurants Nov. 19, 2025 7:25 am95d ago
After two years of growth, K.C. Cakes & Cajun is settling into a new home where the family of flavors can grow together.
People & Places Nov. 19, 2025 9:15 am95d ago
In a mostly white state known first and foremost for its agriculture, “Rooted: Labor, Land and Legacy,” a new exhibit at the museum, reframes the significance of farming’s role for Black farmers and Iowans.
Restaurants Nov. 19, 2025 5:15 am96d ago
The popular bakery, first started by Cheryl Maloney in Solon four years ago, is planning to open a fifth location in Coralville next year.
News Nov. 17, 2025 7:55 am97d ago
In March 2024, a report revealed that more than half of Latino immigrants were chronically homeless in Johnson County. Since then, living conditions and affordability have deteriorated further for Latino immigrants as families’ providers are arrested.
Restaurants Nov. 17, 2025 10:57 am97d ago
Moys Food From the Streets, a longtime food truck, is moving indoors with a casual but curated concept unique to the Cedar Rapids scene.
Restaurants Nov. 13, 2025 5:45 am102d ago
“It’s everything you would find in a gourmet holiday gift basket or charcuterie board,” ABC Acres owner Abby Costello said.
People & Places Nov. 13, 2025 9:53 am101d ago
Featuring a weekly rotation of stand-up comedy, improv troupes, storytelling and personal interviews with public figures, Monday Unscripted has something for everyone in CSPS Hall’s Black Box Theater.
Restaurants Nov. 12, 2025 7:22 am102d ago
The man known for his proclamation of “One Love” is about to break some hearts as Caribbean Kitchen closes.
Restaurants Nov. 12, 2025 7:23 am102d ago
A major competitor in the fast-casual Tex-Mex market is opening a second location in Cedar Rapids.

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