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The beloved Tennessee theme park just made it easier for electric vehicle owners to visit one of America's most popular destinations. Dollywood installed 14 new EV charging stations plus 10 solar-powered charging umbrellas near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Country icon Dolly Parton made her first public appearance of 2026 at Dollywood, opening up about rebuilding herself physically, emotionally, and spiritually after health concerns and the loss of her husband. The beloved singer reassured fans she's back and already working on new projects, including a Broadway musical launching this fall.
Six major clean energy wins across the Southeast prove the green revolution is here, creating jobs five times faster than the overall economy. From Dollywood's new EV chargers to a wind farm becoming an entire county's biggest taxpayer, progress is powering up.
Country music legend Dolly Parton transformed her Tennessee hometown through decades of generosity, from launching the global Imagination Library to rebuilding lives after disasters. Her charity work proves that leading with heart can change the world.
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who passed away at 80, transformed her father's struggle with illiteracy into a global movement that's gifted 270 million books to children. Her four-decade giving spree touched everything from children's hospitals to disaster relief.
Country music icon Dolly Parton, who passed away at 80, donated tens of millions from her $600 million fortune to education, healthcare, and disaster relief throughout her life. Her Imagination Library alone now sends 3.4 million free books to children every month.
A Tennessee children's hospital now bears Dolly Parton's name, honoring decades of giving rooted in watching her father struggle without literacy. Her Imagination Library has mailed 270 million free books to children worldwide.
Country music legend Dolly Parton has spent decades quietly transforming lives through generosity that spans children's literacy, disaster relief, and vaccine research. Her Imagination Library alone has gifted over 200 million books to kids worldwide.
A packed trivia night in Narrabri, Australia raised funds to give young children free books through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. The program ensures every child receives a book each month from birth until school, regardless of family income.
Country music legend Dolly Parton celebrated her 80th birthday by releasing a charity single with an all-star female cast and watching Tennessee declare January 19th "Dolly Parton Day." All proceeds support pediatric cancer research at a Nashville children's hospital.
An autistic girl who couldn't tolerate any music discovered Dolly Parton through a free children's book. Years later, she has playlists for every mood.
Following Dolly Parton's passing, thousands shared personal stories of how the icon touched their lives through kindness, music, and unwavering hope. From free books for children to simply making people feel they mattered, her legacy lives in countless small moments.
Country icon Dolly Parton marked her 80th birthday by releasing a reimagined version of her inspirational classic "Light of a Clear Blue Morning," featuring powerhouse singers and benefiting pediatric cancer research. Tennessee declared January 19, 2026 as "Dolly Parton Day" to honor the beloved entertainer's eight decades of music and generosity.
Country music legend Dolly Parton just earned official "ICON" status from Guinness World Records with 11 incredible achievements spanning seven decades. The East Tennessee native's records celebrate everything from chart dominance to her unmatched staying power in country music.
Country legend Dolly Parton built a five-decade career on radical authenticity, becoming one of the least disliked public figures in the world by staying true to herself. Her unwavering support for LGBTQ fans, starting decades before it was popular, made her a beacon of acceptance across political and cultural divides.
Country music legend Dolly Parton passed away at 80 after a brief cancer battle, leaving behind a legacy that transformed millions of children's lives through literacy. Her Imagination Library gave away 300 million free books to kids worldwide.
Country music legend Dolly Parton turned millions from her career into life-changing gifts for children, from free monthly books to wildfire relief. Her Imagination Library alone sent more than 300 million books to young readers since 1995.
Just weeks after country music legend Dolly Parton's passing, her final gift to Nashville opens its doors. The SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum will celebrate her seven-decade legacy while supporting the next generation of Music City songwriters.
Music icon Dolly Parton is bringing her signature warmth to downtown Nashville with the SongTeller Hotel, now accepting reservations for its summer 2026 opening. The property promises live music, Southern hospitality, and a museum celebrating Parton's legendary career.