NW Illinois News

For April 2025, State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) has chosen to spotlight Flight Deck in Rochelle for its contributions to the community. Rep. Fritts visited the business, acknowledging the owner's efforts by presenting a certificate of appreciation.

“This month, I chose to highlight Flight Deck in Rochelle because of their continued efforts to support and give back to our community,” said Rep. Fritts. He commended the owner, Ashley Bick, for her active roles on the Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Board and the Destination Committee for the city of Rochelle, as well as her sponsorship and hosting of various community events at her restaurant.

Ashley Bick, who began her association with Flight Deck as the General Manager in 2017 and purchased it in 2019, is recognized for her business acumen and community involvement. She is a mother of six, with two of her children currently working at the restaurant.

Rep. Fritts added, “I also want to commend Ashley and her family for their dedication to keeping Flight Deck open, even after the challenges of remaining open through the COVID-19 pandemic. She has continued her hard work and recently bought a catering truck to support her expanding operations. That kind of hard work and determination should always be celebrated in our community.”

Flight Deck is located in Rochelle at 1207 Gurler Road. More information can be found on their website. For residents wanting to nominate a local business in District 74 for future recognition, RepFritts.com offers a Local Business Highlight Submission Form under Resources. Further information on Representative Fritts is also available on his official website.