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Here are a few facts about Hazleton, Iowa:

- Hazleton is a small village located in Buchanan County, Iowa with a population of about 833 people, according to the 2020 census.
- The village covers an area of 1.5 square miles and is situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the county seat city of Independence.
- Hazleton was founded in 1872 when the Dubuque & Sioux City Railroad was extended to the area for the purpose of shipping coal from local mines. The village was named after a town in Pennsylvania that had a similar industry.
- One of the main attractions in Hazleton is the Wapsipinicon State Park, which is located about 3 miles north of the village. The park includes a lake, trails, campsites, and picnic areas, and is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and hiking.
- Another interesting fact about Hazleton is that it was originally called Hazleton Junction, as it was the meeting point of two railroads: the Dubuque & Sioux City and the McGregor Western. The other town that was formed at the point of intersection was called Littleton, but it was absorbed by Hazleton early on.