Dolly Parton’s Mountain Legacy | Charleston News

Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on in Asheville’s mural of tributes — but her true impact shines brighter in the $2 million she and her companies donated to help communities devastated by Hurricane Helene. Through Mountain Ways, that aid reached over 500 families, covering everything from groceries to home repairs, while also supporting first responders and rebuilding efforts across western North Carolina. Her generosity didn’t stop there — she later added another $1 million as recovery continued. Beyond the music and the fame, Dolly was a quiet force for good, deeply connected to the mountains she loved and the people who called them home. 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/9003539dfe1824a9