Mississippi Mayor Opposes 1-Week Half-Staff Order for Dolly Parton, Citing Flag Honor at 80
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Updated · Fox News · Aug 30
Mississippi Mayor Opposes 1-Week Half-Staff Order for Dolly Parton, Citing Flag Honor at 80
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Aug 30
Summary
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams said his city should be able to decide whether to lower flags for Dolly Parton, even after President Donald Trump and Gov. Tate Reeves ordered a 1-week half-staff tribute.
Adams argued the gesture should be reserved for military heroes, fallen first responders, presidents, major national leaders or events with a tremendous national impact, warning broader use would dilute its meaning.
Parton died Tuesday at 80, and Adams said his stance was not disrespect toward her but a question of preserving one of the country's highest symbolic honors.
Facebook commenters pushed back, citing Parton’s philanthropy — including 325 million books donated to children — and saying her service justified the honor.
Adams did not clarify whether Olive Branch would ultimately keep its flags up, leaving the practical effect of his statement uncertain.