Dolly Parton's positive impact on West Virginia children will not be forgotten, Governor Patrick Morrisey honors the late country music star

Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky leaders speak on Dolly Parton's passing

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — Leaders in Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia shared statements on Tuesday regarding the passing of famed entertainer Dolly Parton. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey said in his statement that: “Dolly Parton was a true American icon whose extraordinary talent, generosity, and compassion touched millions of lives. While the world knew her [...]

Dolly Parton's positive impact on West Virginia children will not be forgotten, Governor Patrick Morrisey honors the late country music star

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is remembering Dolly Parton for her music, charity work and support of children following her death at age 80. Morrisey said Parton used her success to help others and give children opportunities through reading. Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, children across West Virginia have received free [...]

Dolly Parton's remarkable West Virginia story spanned nearly 60 years

WHEELING, W.Va. — Long before Dolly Parton‘s name began arriving on packages of children’s books in West Virginia homes, the young country singer was coming to the Mountain State to perform. Parton’s documented associations with West Virginia span 57 years, beginning with appearances alongside Porter Wagoner at Wheeling‘s WWVA Jamboree in 1969 and continuing through a statewide literacy program that was serving about 50,000 West Virginia childre…