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‘Glow Life’ brings Smokies science to fifth-grade classrooms
Fifth graders across East Tennessee and Western North Carolina will have a chance to explore one of the Great Smoky Mountains’ most fascinating natural wonders — and their creativity could earn them a trip to Dollywood. Smokies Life and its partners are launching “Glow Life” for the 2026-27 school year, a science-based educational project centered […]
Dollywood adds another race weekend for runners. When, how to sign up
Dolly Parton's theme park will host a second race weekend later this year after the inaugural spring event nearly sells out.
Dollywood discounts are here for the park and resorts. See who qualifies
Dolly Parton’s theme park has discount tickets and special rates for resort stays for community heroes. But the offer is only for a limited time.
Runners speed through Dollywood in park's first-ever race weekend
Before Dollywood opened for regular guests, thousands of runners were lined up bright and early for the first race of the Run Dollywood weekend.
Dollywood’s billionaire owners plot future without Dolly Parton
Since it opened in 1986, Dollywood has been both monument to Dolly Parton and a bustling venue where visitors can wander through a replica of the two-room log cabin where
Our ‘Dollywood reporter' answers your questions ahead of 2026 season
Knox News asked readers for their questions about Dollywood, and now we’ve got answers. Here's what to know before you go this season.
How Dolly Parton Built the Tourism Empire of Her Dreams
After the success of Dollywood, the country music superstar plans to add hotels, entertainment venues and even themed gas stations.
What happened to Dolly Parton? Singer shares update after missing Dollywood event
Dolly Parton appeared in a prerecorded video at the opening of Dollywood's NightFlight Expedition, explaining that her doctor urged her to stay home.
Dollywood to honor Dolly Parton with new memorial features and tribute character
Parton died last week at the age of 80
Dolly Parton provides health update after skipping Dollywood ride opening
The 80-year-old star sent a video to Dollywood fans after her doctor told her not to travel for the ride opening.
Dolly’s business empire will continue growing even after her death
Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop plans to open more locations in the future, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel in Downtown Nashville is scheduled to open this fall and Dollywood will remain open and continue with its long-term expansion plans moving forward.
Disney fan visited Dolly Parton's theme park: What surprised her most
As a Disney World fan, I was surprised that Dolly Parton's theme park, Dollywood, impressed me during my first visit with its food and attractions.
Dolly Parton Misses Dollywood Ride Opening, Citing Dehydration
Dolly Parton appeared on video to open a new Dollywood ride, and addressed fans about her health issues, including being dizzy and dehydrated.
The leadership lessons found in Dolly Parton, the businesswoman
From Dollywood to Cup of Ambition, see how Dolly Parton used authentic branding and creative control to build a business empire.
Dolly Parton’s ongoing health battle forces country legend to miss major Dollywood event
Dolly Parton appeared virtually at Dollywood's new roller coaster opening after her Nashville doctor grounded her travel over dizziness and dehydration.
Dolly Parton provides health update after skipping Dollywood ride opening
The 80-year-old star sent a video to Dollywood fans after her doctor told her not to travel for the ride opening.
Celebrate spring in the Smokies with flowers, food at Dollywood festival
Food and music are the highlights of the popular springtime festival at Dolly Parton’s theme park. Here's when to go and what you'll find!
Hersheypark slammed for reply to Dollywood ticket prices after Dolly Parton’s death
Hersheypark was slammed over its reply to a social media user praising Dollywood’s affordability after Dolly Parton’s death: ‘Our summer tickets are $49.99,’ Hersheypark wrote in ‘error.’
Fans gather for Dolly Parton's return post-health struggle
NBC News' Kathy Park stopped by Dollywood’s opening day — which marks Dolly Parton’s first public appearance since announcing health struggles last year. 18,000 people lined the walkways waiting to catch a glimpse of Dolly during the parade.
Dollywood to honor Dolly Parton with new memorial features and tribute character
Parton died last week at the age of 80
Column: Why I loved Dolly Parton and her Dollywood
CHICAGO — In the middle of Dollywood — a theme park in the Smoky Mountains that I have visited 50 times or more — there’s a replica of the one-bedroom
Dolly Parton provides health update after skipping Dollywood ride opening
The 80-year-old star sent a video to Dollywood fans after her doctor told her not to travel for the ride opening.
Dolly Parton Speaks out About Health in First Public Appearance
Dolly Parton made her first major public appearance in months since a health scare last year for the music legend. At Dollywood’s season opening on Friday, she said, “I’ve had a few little health issues, and we’re taking good care of them.” NBC’s Kathy Park reports for Saturday TODAY.
Dolly Parton Misses Dollywood Ride Opening Amid "Health Issues"
As Dollywood opens its latest attraction, NightFlight Expedition, Dolly Parton is contending with ongoing health issues.
Register now for even bigger Run Dollywood race weekend this fall
Runners who want to join in the glittery fun of the second Run Dollywood race weekend - set for this fall - might want to register soon to get a spot.
Dolly Parton gives health update at Dollywood after postponing Las Vegas residency shows
Country legend Dolly Parton opens up about grieving her late husband of 58 years, Carl Dean, while dealing with health setbacks and challenges.
What happens at Dollywood when Dolly Parton’s park closes for winter?
Dollywood is anything but quiet and calm during its “off-season.” Here’s how crews reset and rebuild the park to welcome guests for another year.
Knoxville team behind Dollywood projects joins new NERF, Peppa Pig attraction
Developers of the new Play District in Pigeon Forge have joined forces with the Knoxville architecture firm behind several Dollywood projects.
Dolly Parton shares health update, squashes dating rumors – 'Carl Dean is waiting for me'
The country music legend, 80, offered fans a health update at the opening day of her Dollywood theme park. She also said she won't marry again.
Dolly Parton, 80, shares concerning health update after being forced to skip Dollywood event
Dollywood surprises on this year’s 10BEST lists for theme parks
Dollywood is No. 1 to us, but where does it rank among other top theme parks in the country? The answer in one category for 2026 is rather shocking.
In brief: '9 to 5' headed back to theaters and more
Pour yourself a cup of ambition and head out to your local movie theater. 9 to 5 is headed back to movie theaters for a special, weeklong run starting on Oct. 9. This will be a newly restored version of the classic satirical workplace comedy starring the late Dolly Parton. Additionally, Disney is set to donate net proceeds from each ticket purchased for the rerelease in the U.S. to the Dollywood Foundation in support of its flagship program, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Disney is the parent company of ABC News ...Off Campus star Ella Bright has found her next gig. The actress confirmed she will star opposite Mason Thames in the movie Narcs in a post shared to her Instagram Story. This marks Bright's first major studio feature role. The upcoming coming-of-age comedy will be made for Sony Pictures. While the movie's plot is being kept under wraps, it will serve as the directorial debut of John Phillips, the writer of No Hard Feelings, Good Boys and Dirty Grandpa ... TNCMS.AdManager.render({region: 'fixed-big-ad-top-asset', slot: 1, fold: "above"}); Did you miss Evil Dead Burn in theaters? Not to worry. The film is set to make its global streaming debut on HBO Max on Oct. 2. Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Erroll Shand and Maude Davey star in the film that was directed by Sébastien Vaniček ...Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. Thank you for reading kmaland.comAt KMA, we attempt to be accurate in our reporting. If you see a typo or mistake in a story, please contact us by emailing kmaradio@kmaland.com.
Dolly Parton makes first major public appearance, explains health struggles
Dolly Parton has officially returned in her first major public appearance since revealing a health struggle last year, with the icon explaining her condition at Dollywood after the death of her husband.
Dolly Parton Skips Dollywood Ride Opening Amid Ongoing Health Problems
Dollywood opened NightFlight Expedition on Friday, but Dolly Parton was unable to attend due to ongoing health issues.