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Dolly Parton Airport Rename Push | Global News
- Published
- August 29, 2026
- Duration
- 1:46
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- Last updated
- Aug 30, 2026
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A historic push is underway to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton, fueled by a petition with over 155,000 signatures since January 2025. Governor Bill Lee supports the move, calling her a living embodiment of Tennessee’s spirit through her music, generosity, and kindness. While the airport authority typically requires two years of m…
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A historic push is underway to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton, fueled by a petition with over 155,000 signatures since January 2025. Governor Bill Lee supports the move, calling her a living embodiment of Tennessee’s spirit through her music, generosity, and kindness. While the airport authority typically requires two years of mourning before naming honors, this proposal could break precedent — making her the first woman to grace one of the nation’s top 50 busiest airp
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