Lifestyle  Music

Trump Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Dolly Parton

American flags will be lowered across the country in honor of the country music legend.

August 25, 2026 03:37 PM • 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Rural lifestyle american flag farmers field adobe stock

Adobe Stock

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RFD News) — President Donald Trump has ordered American flags to be lowered for one week in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton, who died at 80.

Trump paid tribute to Parton in a post on Truth Social, calling her death a loss for millions of people.

“Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away. This is a true loss for millions of people. There has never been anyone like her, and never will,” Trump wrote.

Trump said flags will be lowered across the United States beginning Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Parton had recently spoken publicly about her health, acknowledging a decline following the March 2025 death of her husband, Carl Dean.

Related Stories
remembering dolly 1280.jpg
Music
WATCH: Dan Rogers honors Dolly Parton at the Grand Ole Opry
August 31, 2026 11:50 AM
Blue 1280.jpg
Market Day Music
Rising star, Alicia Blue talks Country Desire and working with Shooter Jennings
August 28, 2026 03:29 PM
lDVnt850.jpg
Music
Grand Ole Opry’s Dan Rogers Remembers Country Music Hall of Fame and Opry Member Dolly Parton
August 28, 2026 12:17 PM
 · 
Currey McCullough
Fscs0PHv.jpg
Opry Live on RFD-TV Presented by John Deere
Grand Ole Opry Honors Dolly Parton Saturday Night on RFD-TV
Don’t miss this special night at the Opry honoring one of country music’s most beloved legends, the late Dolly Parton.
August 28, 2026 10:19 AM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
The Corn Cover Art 1280.jpg
Music
RFD Premiere: Farmer and country singer Dave Wilbert pays tribute to family farms with new hit “The Corn”
“It paints a picture of a farming community that has faded into the past due to urban sprawl and a technocentric society.”

August 28, 2026 10:07 AM
K4FdFaBZ.jpg
Music
Remembering Dolly Parton: Deana Carter reminisces on the life and legacy of Dolly Parton
August 26, 2026 03:14 PM
 · 
Currey McCullough

Dolly Parton
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

D3NA1rOv.jpg
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture
Pasture Mealybug Complicates Season for Louisiana Sugarcane Growers
Questions remain about potential crop damage as the industry works to control the pest.
September 05, 2026 12:00 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Usj20dUP.jpg
Markets
Protein Demand Shapes Outlook for U.S. Dairy Industry
CoBank says consumer trends and export competition are increasing the focus on milk components.
September 04, 2026 03:25 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
L3gVAsYA.jpg
Rural Money
Soil Nutrients Could Hold Tax Benefits for New Farmland Owners
Chris Nelson with SoilView explains how Section 180 could allow qualifying growers to deduct the value of nutrients already built up in the soil.
September 04, 2026 03:00 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
OENvjOyR.jpg
Fashion
Strauss Builds Connection with U.S. Farmers at Farm Progress Show
The family-owned workwear company is looking to grow its presence in American agriculture.
September 04, 2026 02:34 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
ktDfA57E.jpg
Washington Policy
North Dakota Expands Water Support Amid Widespread Drought
Producers can receive assistance for well projects as dry conditions affect much of the state.
September 04, 2026 02:00 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
NVPe58xs.jpg
Crops
Pasture Mealybug Detected for First Time in Georgia
Farmers are being urged to watch for the pest and take steps to prevent its spread.
September 04, 2026 01:49 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Rural Lifestyle & Entertainment Shows
opry live lockup_1920x1080.png
251125_GR_DailyVincent0645.jpg
ChrisAndTaylorMalpass_wPhotoCredit_1920x1080.jpg
TwistedSkillet_SeanWithGrill-Smiling_1920x1080.jpg
Mollie B
Opry Live on RFD-TV Presented by John Deere
Opry Live is the premier weekly broadcast and livestream of the Grand Ole Opry, featuring country music superstars, legends, and rising talent performing on stage in Nashville.
Dailey & Vincent Show
Brought to you by Gus Arrendale & Springer Mountain Farms, join dynamic bluegrass duo Dailey & Vincent as they welcome scores of fabulous bluegrass, country, and gospel music acts as special guests. Loads of laughs, your favorite guests galore, and lots of good times are guaranteed. Don’t miss all the fun!
Malpass Brothers Show
Enjoy traditional country music from modern-day troubadours The Malpass Brothers. Each episode stars the brother duo of Chris & Taylor Malpass along with a featured celebrity guest– and loads of clever humor.
Twisted Skillet
Twisted Skillet brings a straightforward, hands-on approach to kitchen television, rooted in food and fire. Hosted by Texas chef Sean Koehler, the series explores open-fire outdoor cooking techniques, regional ingredients, and the people who raise, prepare, and inspire the food found across America.
Mollie B Polka Party
Join popular polka performer Mollie Busta as she hosts the weekly “Mollie B Polka Party” on RFD Network! The one-hour program features the nation’s top polka bands and a wide variety of ethnic styles, recorded on location at music festivals across the country.

ALL SHOWS