Governor Bill Lee has announced a proposal to rename Nashville’s airport to honor the late country music star Dolly Parton.
Key facts
- •Governor Bill Lee announced the proposal on Friday.
- •The renaming is intended to honor Dolly Parton following her death earlier this week.
- •Governor Lee stated that Parton’s life is woven into the fabric of Tennessee.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced a proposal on Friday to rename the Nashville airport in honor of Dolly Parton. The announcement follows the death of the country music icon earlier this week.
Proposal Details
In a statement regarding the proposed change, Governor Lee described Parton’s life as being deeply integrated into the state's culture. He noted that her influence extended from her origins in a rural mountain home.
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