California Honors Dolly Parton with Half-Staff | Fresno News

California’s governor has ordered all state flags to fly at half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton, the beloved singer, actress, and philanthropist who passed away at 80. Known for timeless hits like “I Will Always Love You” and “9 to 5,” she brought Appalachian roots to global audiences while staying true to her Tennessee spirit. Beyond entertainment, she transformed lives through her Imagination Library, which gifted millions of free books to children, and made historic donations—including a $1 million COVID-19 research gift. Governor Newsom praised her as a champion for women, communities of color, and the LGBTQ+ community, especially in HIV/AIDS advocacy. This flag tribute is a solemn yet celebratory acknowledgment of a cultural giant whose heart, like her hair, was famously big. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cf3b4bcb23d4f52f