A brief look back at news from the past week on BusinessRecord.com

Sammons delay; Ankeny jobs
The Iowa Economic Development Authority board granted tax incentives to two Ankeny projects that could generate 500 jobs, but deferred action on plans by Sammons Financial Group to expand in West Des Moines after the company requested the delay.
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Urban Campus upgrade
A $24 million construction and renovation project promises to provide much-needed updates to create a safer, more cohesive — and visible — DMACC Urban Campus. 
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Ruan deal
Ruan Transportation Management Systems has signed a deal to provide transportation and warehousing for the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division beginning April 15.
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New leader at BPC
Business Publications Corporation has named Suzanna de Baca as the company’s new president and group publisher. Her first day will be Jan. 7.
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Rural index rises
Creighton University’s Rural Mainstreet Index for Iowa rose to 53.7 in December from 48.7 the month before. 
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