Nichols

A city in Muscatine County, Iowa — population 330 as of 2022.

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News around Muscatine County

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City of Muscatine September 30

Walking toward a stronger, healthier Muscatine

You don’t need to be a marathon runner to take care of your health. Small, simple choices—like a daily walk or a more nutritious breakfast—can make a meaningful difference in both mental and physical well being.

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City of Muscatine September 30

Fire Safety Week - Charge into fire safety

The Muscatine Fire Department is joining with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) and fire agencies across the nation in recognizing Fire Prevention Week, held October 4–10, 2026.

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City of Muscatine September 29

Welcome to Muscatine - let us get connected

Whether you’re new to town or simply looking to reconnect, the LIVE Muscatine Welcome Orientation is your chance to meet friendly faces, learn about the community, and discover what makes Muscatine such a great place to live, work, and play.

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City of Muscatine September 30

Muscatine Police K9 to receive protective vest

Muscatine Police Department K9 Six will receive a bullet- and stab-protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

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City of Muscatine September 30

A haunted night awaits the brave at Kent Stein Park

Get ready, Muscatine — the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department is brewing up a frightfully fun Halloween celebration guaranteed to delight ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and tiny terrors of all kinds.

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City of Muscatine September 29

City park amenities set to close for the season

The City of Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department announced that the process of closing amenities within the park system in preparation for the winter season will begin this week.

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Nichols by the numbers

Population 330Population figure, 2022

Households & income

Median age: 32.8
Persons per household: 2.4
Median house value: $134,400

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