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Greene County Public Library Executive Director Karl Colon reflects on Dolly Parton’s childhood literacy legacy and the global impact of her Imagination Library, which has distributed more than 300 million books.

As the world grieves the passing of country icon Dolly Parton, many seem to be turning to her music to heal.

Following her death on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer, the country music icon was laid to rest in a private funeral for her immediate family, just as she’d requested before her passing.

The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate Dolly Parton‘s extraordinary life and country-music legacy with a special tribute show tonight on Saturday, August 29 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT.

From heartfelt tributes to exciting new collaborations, it’s been a big week in Nashville entertainment news. Here’s a look at the stories you need to know, from Dolly Parton’s passing and the outpouring of love from fans, to new Opry inductions and more.

Charlamagne tha God is speaking out about some of the celebrity tributes in reaction to Dolly Parton‘s passing.

Dolly Parton, the beloved “Queen of Country,” died Aug. 25 at 80 after “bravely facing a brief battle with cancer,” her publicist said.

Danica McKellar told Fox News Digital that Dolly Parton had relentless work ethic, saying the country icon often slept only three to five hours a night, did her own hair, wig and makeup, then arrived ready to work.

After the “Jolene” singerdied following a brief battle with cancer on Aug. 25 at age 80, her managerDanny Nozellshared a glimpse into her final days.

After the country music legend died following a brief battle with cancer on Aug. 25 at age 80, her sister Stella Parton shared a touching tribute, noting one of the late singer’s final requests she made prior her death.