- Dolly Parton co-owns Dollywood, a successful tourist attraction.
- Dollywood is an economic leader for Sevier County, and Dolly Parton was the park's namesake and icon.
- Dolly Parton proposed an incentive program for high school students in Sevier County.
A scholarship program was awarded to seniors who are natives of Sevier County, celebrating Dolly Parton's roots.
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Updated Aug 26
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A scholarship program was awarded to seniors who are natives of Sevier County, celebrating Dolly Parton's roots.
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Scholarship awarded to seniors from Dolly Parton's hometown, Sevier County.1 source
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Dolly Parton
American singer, songwriter and actress
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Sevier County
county in Tennessee, United States
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