September 26, 2026
Dolly Tribute
Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis declares Sept. 25 Dolly Day
Outgoing Mayor Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis wanted to honor East Tennessee legend Dolly Parton and her impact on region.
Love, politics, and Dolly Parton
Being a good person does not mean you are universally beloved.
When Dolly Came to Town
In 1967, Dolly Parton helped open the Downtown SkyMart & the Tribune was there
Dolly’s Imagination Library
From Staff Reports Dolly Parton’s career spanned decades and produced hit records, movies, awards and Dollywood, but the longest lasting impact of all the things she poured herself into may…
We All Have a Dolly Story
By Lane Moore My little girl never met Dolly Parton. Still, when the news came that Dolly had died, she looked at me and said something that seemed to capture…
Heidi Parton talks about sharing her aunt Dolly with the world
By John Gullion Tribune Managing Editor As part of Dollywood’s announcement about plans in the wake of Dolly Parton’s death at the age of 80 from cancer, the Park brought…
Dollywood after Dolly
By John Gullion Tribune Managing Editor It was the beginning of a new era, or as Dollywood President Eugene Naughton called it; a second act. Dollywood began the process of…
Dollywood Parks, Resorts Announce plans to Honor ‘Dreamer-In-Chief’
PIGEON FORGE — The Dollywood Parks & Resorts family continues to celebrate the extraordinary life of its incomparable Dreamer-in-Chief, Dolly Parton, with plans to create several new experiences and installations…