ashville International Airport could be renamed Dolly Parton International Airport following a petition that has gathered more than 168,000 signatures.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the proposalon August 28, saying it would honour Parton, who died aged 80 on August 25. Parton’s team has expressed appreciation and said they are open to the idea.
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell also supports the renaming, calling it a ‘love letter’ to the country music legend.
The proposal will be discussed at a meeting on September 17, with more details expected in the coming weeks.