New vet clinic opens in St. Charles

A new family-owned and operated veterinary clinic opened July 9 on the east side of St. Charles.

Owners of Monarch Veterinary Clinic cut the ribbon outside the new location, 1574 E. Main St.

Husband-and-wife team Dr. Charlie Benson and Dr. Andrea Benson own and operate the clinic.

Monarch specializes in small animals and exotic pets, including birds, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals, from St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, South Elgin and beyond.