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. 23, 2021 12:42 am1641d 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 am1646d 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 am1647d ago
The Hype Bar & Grill gives Ali Mason’s birria tacos a place to call home.
Restaurants Jun. 18, 2021 3:38 pm1645d ago
This week’s Chew on This bites include Insomnia Cookies, White Star Ale House and Bluebird Diner.
News Jun. 11, 2021 7:52 am1652d 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 am1654d ago
Opening its third location, Roasters Coffeehouse has replaced Greyhound Cafe & Deli.
Restaurants Jun. 9, 2021 9:30 am1654d 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 am1645d 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 am1655d ago
Tour of Johnson County, Cedar Rapids businesses planned in August
Community Jun. 8, 2021 1:10 pm1655d 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 am1659d ago
French restaurant Chez Grace is simply four tables lit by candles and chef David Zaghloul's charisma.
Things To Do Jun. 3, 2021 7:00 am1660d ago
Wilson’s Orchard and Farm in Iowa City is hosting its first ever Strawberry Social on Saturday.
Food & Drink Jun. 2, 2021 4:25 pm1661d ago
If you like gelato, ice cream or tacos, you have plenty of new options.
Food & Drink Jun. 2, 2021 6:15 am1662d ago
After reopening in March, Bump’s will be back to its full menu by June 14.
Food & Drink Dec. 17, 2021 5:10 pm1463d ago
Named by Fortune magazine as one of the 50 Greatest World Leaders of 2021, Willie Ray Fairley has had an outsized impact on communities by giving away thousands of meals to those in need — near and far — during natural disasters.

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