Nashville leaders unite to rename airport for Dolly Parton

In Nashville, Tennessee, Republican and Democratic leaders have united to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton. This decision follows her recent passing and a petition by fan Lydia Popovich that collected over 175,000 signatures. The state-controlled Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority unanimously approved the motion to begin the renaming process, which may take over a year and will involve discussions with Parton's estate.

Nashville leaders unite to rename airport for Dolly Parton
Published Sep 11, 2026
politics leaders North America
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