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A Belmont University professor, who co-wrote a song recorded by Dolly Parton, now teaches a course examining how Parton's music shaped the industry and the lives of those who heard it. Jodi Marr teaches songwriting at Belmont and leads a class called "Dolly Parton: Songteller," w...
A six-pack of talented wine professionals will face off on Nov. 15
College football returns to Nashville Saturday night as Tennessee State University faces Jackson State in the 2026 John A. Merritt Classic.
Community members gathered in Donelson Thursday night or an information session organized by opponents of the proposal, who said they are still trying to learn more about the project while exploring whether they can stop it from moving forward....
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s death has prompted people in Nashville to gather at her 12 South recording studio and office, a building she funded using royalties from Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.” Why It Matters Parton’s studio and her approach to paying a...
Whether you knew Dolly Parton personally or not, countless people are grieving her loss, especially musicians.
Before Dolly Parton's voice reached far, a powerful signal out of Nashville carried music across the country. Ryan Baker, the executive director of the Sumner County Museum, said that signal belonged to WLAC, known today by its TV counterpart, NewsChannel 5. "Randy Woods started ...
What This Story Is About Nashville musicians on Lower Broadway are remembering Dolly Parton, who died Aug. 25, and the role Robert Moore played in giving her one of her first gigs in 1964. Why It Matters Parton’s connection to Lower Broadway, particularly Robert’s Western World, ...
What This Story Is About A look at Dolly Parton’s song “19th Amendment” and her support for women’s rights being highlighted alongside Women’s Suffrage Month, Nashville’s Song Suffragettes showcase and plans for a new women’s monument on the National Mall. Why It Matters In the w...
A Nashville patient is suing Vanderbilt University Medical Center after he said he was at risk of HIV or hepatitis exposure following a procedure..
What This Story Is About WSMV4 is looking at some of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits during her career. Why It Matters Dolly Parton died this week after a brief battle with cancer. She was 80. Catch Up Remembering Dolly Parton NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Queen of Country has died, ...
Nashville travelers will have more options for trips across the Atlantic and Pacific in 2027.
This weekend, a community clothing event will help refresh people's closets while also supporting women at the Nashville Rescue Mission.
What This Story Is About American Airlines will add new international connections for Nashville travelers next summer, offering one-stop access to Europe and Asia through its hubs. Why It Matters Travelers flying from Nashville will have new connections to destinations including ...
Adult outdoor movie nights are returning to Nashville this fall, with five ticketed events planned from August through October.
Conor Anderson, 31, arrived in Nashville and checked into the Millennium Maxwell House hotel around 4:28 p.m. before he went to the Foo Fighters concert at Nissan Stadium....
Nashville’s newest music venue is looking to hire more than 150 people ahead of its opening this fall.
Tennessee's Speaker of the House of Representatives wants to eliminate a loophole involving immigration enforcement.
The Nashville-based director — whose film is now available via Shudder — discusses his influences and indie filmmaking
Roadway deaths are regular tragedies in Nashville — and the city is trying to build itself into the future
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton is gaining new momentum following the Tennessee icon's death, and now a state lawmaker says he plans to turn the effort into legislation....
The Grand Ole Opry is planning a tribute to Dolly Parton on Saturday night.
She had a way of making people feel like she was singing directly to them. You can see that connection in the people still showing up, leaving flowers, candles, photos and notes around her star....
What This Story Is About Memorials for Dolly Parton have grown outside the Country Music Hall of Fame in downtown Nashville, with fans leaving flowers, balloons and messages around her star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Visitors from Tennessee, Kentucky and the United Kingdom s...
Four men have been indicted on first-degree murder charges.
Dolly Parton's legacy extends far beyond music, with many remembering the country music icon for her generosity and commitment to helping others.
What This Story Is About The Grand Ole Opry honored Dolly Parton at the beginning of Tuesday night’s live show. Why It Matters Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1969 at age 23. What Happens Next A tribute performance for Parton is scheduled at the Opry on Saturday . ...
Music City is continuing to remember Dolly Parton as tributes to the country music icon spread across Middle Tennessee.
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s early television appearances at Nashville’s WSMV studio helped launch her career, and the station is honoring that history. Why It Matters Parton’s time on The Porter Wagoner Show introduced her to a wide television audience and helped esta...
Dolly Parton’s team says it plans to move forward with a slate of projects the country music icon was developing before her death, including new Nashville attra...
NewsChannel 5 Investigates has learned that one of the patients who got the wrong medication earlier this month at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown is being moved to a rehabilitation facility. Glenda Dorton went in Aug. 14 for routine knee replacement surgery and received an inject...
Four suspects were indicted on first degree murder charges for the December 2025 killing of Gavin Thompson in Nashville . Babajide Grillo Jr., Glenwan Hobson Jr., Anthony Ramsey, and Deundre Bridges are all connected to the murder. Ramsey and Hobson are in custody while Grillo an...
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s love story with her husband of Carl Dean. Why It Matters Parton and Dean were one of entertainment’s longest-lasting couples, and the story highlights Dean’s influence on Parton’s life, music and legacy. What Happens Next A private service ...
Some of Dolly Parton's most iconic songs "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You" were recorded in Nashville on Music Row. In 1973, Parton recorded both songs at RCA Studio A, two tracks that became some of the most enduring in country music history. "Dolly came to Nashville with a ...
The Tennessee Titans today announced a special ticket offer honoring former running back Chris Johnson.
What This Story Is About Miley Cyrus has reacted to the death of her beloved “Aunt” Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday. Why It Matters Dolly Parton was beloved and recently celebrated her 80th birthday. Catch Up Dolly Parton dies at 80 in Nashville. Here’s what we know about her h...
(Gray News) - Country music stars, actors and celebrities are sharing tributes to Dolly Parton following the news of her death. The beloved country music icon died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, according to a statement from her publicist. She was 80. Kasey Musgraves...
Thousands have signed a petition after the death of national treasure Dolly Parton to rename Nashville International Airport in her honor.
As the tributes for the late Dolly Parton continue to pour in, classic Broadway honky-tonks in Nashville are remembering the legendary singer.
A man is accused of pulling a knife on security at a WeGo bus stop in downtown Nashville on Tuesday.
Nashville International Airport honors Dolly Parton's life with a special display in her honor.
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The Grand Ole Opry became the center of grief and celebration Tuesday as artists honored Dolly Parton, whose connection to the historic Nashville stage spanned more than six decades. Some goodbyes happened on stage. Others happened behind the curtain with family, friends, and fan...
Parton was a member of the Nashville Association of Musicians - AFM Local 257 for 58 years. The Nashville Association of Musicians President Dave Pomeroy remembers Dolly Parton as far more than a country music icon. "She affected so many lives in so many positive ways; it's just ...
A podcaster is offering thousands of dollars to help law enforcement find the individual responsible for a drive-by shooting that killed a teenager in Nashville Friday night....
What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s team said the singer, songwriter and philanthropist died after a brief battle with cancer. Why It Matters The statement said Parton died at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, surrounded by loved ones. What Happens Next Parton’s f...
What This Story Is About Tributes are flooding Music City as fans remember Dolly Parton in the wake of her death. Why It Matters Parton has been an icon across Music City, known as the “Queen of Country.” Catch Up Dolly Parton honored by Academy of Country Music with ACM Poet’s A...
(Gray News) — President Donald Trump said he is ordering American flags to be lowered to honor Dolly Parton after the country music icon’s death. Parton died Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80. “Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, a...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Lightning 100’s Live on the Green will be returning to Nashville with a “Lawnwarming Party” at Ascend Amphitheater. Ascend Amphitheater posted a reel teasing the music festival on Monday night. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ascend Amphithe...
An exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum dedicated to Dolly Parton is set to close next month after it debuted last year.
Dozens of fans gathered Tuesday afternoon at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to honor Dolly Parton.
The Tennessee icon died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville
The Tennessee Titans revealed their new Rivalries uniform Tuesday morning.The new “Music City” Rivalries uniform blends the classic Two-Tone Blue palette with d...
Metro Council has approved a plan to refinance the remaining debt from building Music City Center.
Talking with Todd Sherwood, owner of the East Nashville venue, about developing his own system to cut out ticketing-service fees
