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. 30, 2021 2:24 pm1551d ago
The French press-focused cafe closed in Coralville in November, opening at 1120 N. Dodge St. in Iowa City on Sunday.
Restaurants Jun. 30, 2021 6:30 am1551d ago
In this week’s Chew on This, Jimmy Jack’s closes its North Liberty location, NewBo adds five new vendors and Scooter’s opens its first Iowa City location.
People & Places Jun. 25, 2021 10:04 pm1555d ago
With every stroke of a brush, every thread of a bobbin and every snap of the shutter, people of color experienced a form of autonomy and freedom many had never known before coming into the Black Liberation Space.
Restaurants Jun. 23, 2021 2:44 pm1558d ago
A new breakfast restaurant in Hiawatha offers elevated breakfast fare at an approachable price point.
Restaurants Jun. 23, 2021 12:42 am1558d ago
In this week’s Chew on This, Pei’s announces plans to close, Tin Roost reopens after a fire and Delhicacy moves toward opening a new location.
People & Places Jun. 18, 2021 6:15 am1563d ago
As a father and a resident of Vinton, Nathan Hesson left his family and hometown brighter than he found them.
Restaurants Jun. 16, 2021 10:29 am1565d ago
The Hype Bar & Grill gives Ali Mason’s birria tacos a place to call home.
Restaurants Jun. 18, 2021 3:38 pm1563d ago
This week’s Chew on This bites include Insomnia Cookies, White Star Ale House and Bluebird Diner.
News Jun. 11, 2021 7:52 am1570d ago
More than the ability to survive, Cheryl Moore gave a Utah man the ability to live — a satisfaction that made a few weeks of recovery after surgery a pittance to pay.
Restaurants Jun. 9, 2021 9:32 am1572d ago
Opening its third location, Roasters Coffeehouse has replaced Greyhound Cafe & Deli.
Restaurants Jun. 9, 2021 9:30 am1572d ago
Barrel House will open this fall. In other restaurant news: The Breakfast Bar coming to Hiawatha, and Phong Lan reopens dining room.
Things To Do Jun. 18, 2021 9:13 am1563d ago
Masks encouraged. And since it’s starting later, this year’s season will go into the fall, and with many more vendors than 2020.
Small Business News Jun. 8, 2021 11:25 am1573d ago
Tour of Johnson County, Cedar Rapids businesses planned in August
Community Jun. 8, 2021 1:10 pm1573d ago
Those who would like to help combat hunger in Iowa can experience what 15 percent of Iowans go through on a regular basis through the Hunger Banquet.
Restaurants Jun. 4, 2021 10:04 am1577d ago
French restaurant Chez Grace is simply four tables lit by candles and chef David Zaghloul's charisma.