Gov. Katie Hobbs orders flags lowered to half-staff to honor Dolly Parton

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs ordered that flags on all state buildings be lowered to half-staff starting Tuesday in honor of Dolly Parton’s death.

Parton died in Nashville at the age of 80 years old after a brief battle with cancer. She was a country music icon and beloved personality known for her soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting, sparkling costumes and massive blonde wigs.

The order is in accordance with a presidential proclamation and directs flags to be lowered until sunset on Sept. 1.

The governor encouraged individuals, businesses and other organizations to join the tribute.

The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

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