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The Planning Mistake That Leaves College and University Communities Unprepared

For years, communities have planned around the assumption that their local college or university would continue to attract students, support…

staffSeptember 8, 2026

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Planning NEXT Welcomes Summer Interns

Please join us in welcoming Bryant Phares II and Evan Pavlik to Planning NEXT. Both Bryant and Evan share an…

staffJune 16, 2026

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People Don’t Just Choose Jobs. They Choose Places.

Economic development in rural communities is often framed narrowly: job creation, infrastructure investment or site readiness. While these factors are…

staffMay 27, 2026

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Framing a New Direction for the Dayton Mall at Miami Crossing

Miami Crossing, centered around the Dayton Mall, is home to more than 400 businesses and remains one of the region’s…

staffMarch 25, 2026

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Fayette County’s Strategic Plan Defines Community Rural Assets, Recognizes Opportunities

Planning NEXT was engaged to assist Fayette County in creating a Strategic Plan to chart a clear, community-driven path for…

staffMarch 6, 2026

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A Blind Spot in Rural Planning

The Hidden Cost of Incremental Decision-Making Rural communities are often described through a single lens. Some are labeled as declining,…

staffFebruary 23, 2026

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Planning for What’s Next

Five insights helping communities rise to what 2026 demands After reflecting on our work in 2025, one thing is clear:…

staffJanuary 9, 2026

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The City of Gahanna Adopts Community-Informed Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy

Located just east of Columbus, Gahanna, Ohio, is a growing suburban city known for its walkable neighborhoods, thriving parks and trail…

staffDecember 11, 2025

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Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, Adopts New Comprehensive Plan to Advance Key Community Priorities

The Borough of Swarthmore has officially adopted its new Comprehensive Plan: Imagine Swarthmore, a community-driven guide for local decision-making over…

staffOctober 13, 2025

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The Heart of Illinois: Celebrating 200 Years of Peoria County and Preparing for the Future

While celebrating their historic bicentennial, local leaders in Peoria County are shifting their gaze to the next 200. Known as…

staffAugust 20, 2025

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The Planning Mistake That Leaves College and University Communities Unprepared

Planning NEXT Welcomes Summer Interns

People Don’t Just Choose Jobs. They Choose Places.

Framing a New Direction for the Dayton Mall at Miami Crossing

Fayette County’s Strategic Plan Defines Community Rural Assets, Recognizes Opportunities

A Blind Spot in Rural Planning

Planning for What’s Next

The City of Gahanna Adopts Community-Informed Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy

Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, Adopts New Comprehensive Plan to Advance Key Community Priorities

The Heart of Illinois: Celebrating 200 Years of Peoria County and Preparing for the Future

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