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SPECIAL REPORT: Charter Homes draws scrutiny for odd sales claims, multiple liens

Charter Homes owner Jerry Jaquess fancies himself a white knight for King Park, a neighborhood once known mainly for its rampant
crime, boarded-up homes and vacant lots. But as he’s constructed a slew of homes and carriage houses there, the local
builder has stirred up several lawsuits, dozens of liens and persistent questions about whether his business is legit.

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Area home sales, prices still falling

Home-sale agreements in the nine-county Indianapolis area dropped 3.1 percent in July over the same month a year ago, according
to a report released yesterday by F.C. Tucker Co.

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Plans emerge for Winona Hospital redevelopment

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis wants the city to tear down the old Winona Memorial Hospital so it can build a community park and outdoor learning center. A private firm that specializes in environmentally
impaired properties wants to turn the building into senior apartments.

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Metro-area home sales dip in June

Home-sale agreements in the nine-county Indianapolis area dipped 1.4 percent in June compared to the same month a year
ago, according to a report released today by F.C. Tucker Co.

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EDITORIAL: Project near MSA may be worth the risk

The city has unveiled a dramatic plan for new housing and retail development to revitalize the old Market Square Arena site.
Despite some shortcomings, the project deserves a chance to give the stagnant area a boost.

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Irvington rolls out $1.2 million promotional campaign

In the midst of a $1.2 million campaign to upgrade streets, sidewalks and other neighborhood infrastructure, a coalition of Irvington businesses and residents is launching a unique marketing campaign to tout the neighborhood’s recent enhancements and position it as an alternative to places such as Carmel, Zionsville, Geist and Noblesville.

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