‘Dolly Parton International Airport’ Moves Closer to Becoming a Reality, as Nashville Airport Board Votes Unanimously for Name Change

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The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted unanimously, 6-0, on Friday to begin the process of renaming the Nashville International Airport in honor of music superstar Dolly Parton to become the 'Dolly Parton International Airport'.

The unanimous board vote moves the proposal a significant step closer to reality. The initiative follows the superstar's death in August, dispelling notions that the renaming idea was merely a fleeting pipe dream.

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Variety (US) Highlights the longevity of the proposal following Parton's August death.

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‘Dolly Parton International Airport’ Moves Closer to Becoming a Reality, as Nashville Airport Board Votes Unanimously for Name Change

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