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Proposal to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton gains momentum
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Kelsey Gibbs , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The idea gained support after the musician's death. A fan petition started over a year ago could lead to a lasting tribute.
A fan petition started over a year ago could lead to a lasting tribute. This proposal aims to rename an airport after a musician. The idea gained support after the musician's death. Two comedy workers launched the petition, inspired by a visit to an airport named after a famous musician in another city.
The petition's creators often travel and thought their city's airport should be named after a notable musician. They chose a well-known figure in the music industry.
Further details about the proposal and its progress are available from the source.
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Category: Local Published: August 29, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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