Monarch Alternative, a private investment firm, completed the acquisition of Shopko Optical, a provider of patient-centric care and high-quality eyewear, for $9m. "As we move forward with our plans to operate 80 freestanding optical locations, we continue to be dedicated to our patients, doctors, opticians and the communities we serve. We encourage anyone with questions to please get in touch with our team. We appreciate the continued patronage of our patients and their understanding during what we hope to be a continued smooth transition," Russ Steinhorst, Shopko CEO.