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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Tennessee shaped Dolly Parton’s music, from the Smoky Mountains to the Opry
Long before she became the Queen of Country Music, Dolly Parton centered her world around her "Tennessee Mountain Home."
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton was always 'proud to be a Smoky Mountain girl.' We loved her for it
East Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton dreamed big, gave generously and carried the Smoky Mountains in her heart wherever she went.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton urged Tennessee grads to 'dream more.' Hear her message
Look back at Dolly Parton's inspiring 2009 commencement speech for University of Tennessee graduates.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Remembering Dolly Parton in her best photos and stories of her accomplishments
East Tennessee's own Queen of Country has been beloved for decades. Take a look back at her amazing life.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Lily Tomlin, Reba McEntire lead tributes after Dolly Parton's death
Just minutes after Dolly Parton's family shared the news of her death on an Instagram video. Celebrities close to the Queen of Country Music began expressing their love for her.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
How Dollywood keeps Dolly Parton’s legacy alive, from butterflies to buses
Dolly Parton’s spirit is felt throughout every part of her popular theme park. Here are a few ways Dollywood preserves Parton’s legacy.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
What was Dolly Parton known for? Here's a look at her achievements
The Queen of Country, Dolly Parton, has died at 80. Here's a look at her achievements, accolades, and philanthropy.
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Nashville Tennessean
Dolly Parton never had children. She said it gave her the freedom to thrive
Country music legend Dolly Parton never had children of her own. Here's why she said being child-free helped her career, philanthropy and lasting legacy.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton remembered by sports world after country music legend dies at 80
Country music legend Dolly Parton was beloved by Tennessee sports fans, and she was remembered by the sports world after the news of her death Aug. 25.
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Nashville Tennessean
The Dolly Parton songs that made her a country music hitmaker
Tennessee icon and 'Queen of Country' Dolly Parton has died at 80. Here's a look back at her legendary career and hits.
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Nashville Tennessean
Dolly Parton's business empire lives on. What's still to come?
The entertainer was still working until her final days, with a hotel, museum, coffee line and other ventures in motion. Here's what comes next.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton was born in Locust Ridge, where her 'Tennessee Mountain Home' still stands
Dolly Parton was born in 1946 in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, where she grew up in a two-room cabin. Learn more about her hometown and the 'Tennessee Mountain Home' that still stands today.
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