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. 22, 2022 9:05 am1275d ago
A new cafe off the beaten path for most restaurants and coffee shops has opened in a fast-developing area.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:05 am1275d ago
Jam Investments, based in Altoona, owns 14 other Popeyes in Iowa, including the closest one to Iowa City, at 750 Coral Ridge Ave. in Coralville.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:06 am1275d ago
The longtime Cedar Rapids staple will soon open a second location in Marion.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:06 am1275d ago
The space was previously occupied by Anvil Meat Market & Deli, which closed in September.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:06 am1275d ago
BurgerFiend opened at 2020 16th Ave. SW in May, returning to its original location after several years while maintaining its other Center Point Road NE location. Its Center Point Road location has since closed and is now Breakfast Barn and Lunch House.
Museums & Galleries Jun. 19, 2022 6:00 am1278d ago
For the first time since 2003, the only African American Museum in Iowa will get a major facelift as it pivots for a stronger statewide presence.
People & Places Jun. 17, 2022 8:59 am1280d ago
In the 36 years between the first ‘Top Gun’ movie in 1986 and ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ now in theaters, one Marion man has identified Iowa’s 40 ace pilots and collected 365 models of the planes they flew.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:07 am1275d ago
In addition to an extensive martini menu, it offers hot and cold tapas, flatbreads and weekend brunch service.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:07 am1275d ago
Where else can you get tacos after midnight?
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:08 am1275d ago
Oasis Street Food, known for its preservative-free hummus, first expanded to store shelves with one Costco in Iowa. Now, Oasis is present in three Iowa Costcos and Nebraska Costcos.
Restaurants Jun. 22, 2022 9:09 am1275d ago
Craving Chicago-style Italian beef? Check out this new small business in NewBo City Market.
Community Jun. 13, 2022 6:00 am1284d ago
With increased demand and funding cuts, the nonprofit’s I Believe camaign is more critical than ever this year to keep services going for the homeless, poor, victims of domestic violence and violent crime.
Religion & Belief Jun. 13, 2022 3:26 pm1283d ago
After 109 years, the Wesley Center at the University of Iowa has ended its affiliation with the United Methodist Church, citing its commitment to LGBTQ students.
Food & Drink Jun. 11, 2022 6:00 am1286d ago
For the second time in two months, the nonprofit hunger relief organization is searching for a permanent location.
People & Places Jun. 11, 2022 1:20 am1286d ago
For the next month, $2 will be donated to help affordable housing for every selfie taken on a new public art installation.

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