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Nashville Tennessean
Dolly Parton, the small-town girl with an enormous impact
Known as the "Queen of Country," Parton's rags-to-riches story began on Jan. 19, 1946, when she was born the fourth of 12 children.
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Nashville Tennessean
'One of us.' Lawmakers' tributes to Dolly Parton
In 2021, lawmakers proposed placing a statue of Parton on State Capitol grounds, facing the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Parton graciously declined the honor.
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AP News
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died
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AP News
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the beloved music and film star known for her vibrant personality and poignant songwriting, has died
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
World mourns the death of Tennessee icon Dolly Parton: Live updates
Tributes are pouring in as family, friends and fans remember the "singular force" that was Dolly Parton. The country music icon died Aug. 25 at age 80.
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The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has died
Dolly Parton, the “Queen of Country Music,” a philanthropist supporting a diverse array of projects and causes and Dollywood’s founder, has died.
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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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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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Rolling Stone
Dolly Parton, Hardscrabble Storyteller Turned Global Entertainer, Dead at 80
The Country Music Hall of Fame member died Tuesday after battling health issues for the last year
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Rolling Stone
Dolly Parton, Hardscrabble Storyteller Turned Global Entertainer, Dead at 80
The Country Music Hall of Fame member died Tuesday after battling health issues for the last year
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USA Today
Olivia Rodrigo's Unraveled tour is just one month away, get tickets now
Olivia Rodrigo will hit the road for her Unraveled Tour this fall. Here's everything you need to know including how to buy tickets.
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USA Today
Bear attacks, conflicts with humans reach historic levels in Colorado
A drought in Colorado has bears searching frantically for food to prepare for winter hibernation.
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