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Mayor says flags should not be lowered for Dolly Parton
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points The mayor's statement was made after the death of a notable figure, Dolly Parton. : A mayor has expressed his opinion on lowering flags for celebrities.
From Olive Branch, Miss.: A mayor has expressed his opinion on lowering flags for celebrities. He believes that doing so for every well-known person who passes away diminishes the honor. This comes after a recent decision to lower flags to half-staff to honor a celebrity's life.
The mayor's statement was made after the death of a notable figure, Dolly Parton. He acknowledged her positive impact on many people's lives.
Further details on the mayor's statement are available from the source, including his comments on the significance of lowering the American flag to half-staff.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
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