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Dolly Parton takes shot at Buc-ee’s as she opens her own truck stop
By Stephanie Koithan at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Grammy-winning country legend Dolly Parton had a few choice words for Texas truck stop chain Buc-ee’s at the opening of her competing business venture, Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop. “I’m sure some of you are wondering why I wanted a truck stop,” Parton said. “Well, I couldn’t leave it to beaver...
Key takeaway “I’m sure some of you are wondering why I wanted a truck stop,” Parton said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
Dolly Parton's decision to open her own truck stop and take a jab at Buc-ee's has implications for Terrell Hills residents who frequent the popular Texas chain. As a community within the San Antonio area, Terrell Hills is likely home to many commuters and travelers who rely on truck stops like Buc-ee's for convenience and amenities. Parton's competing business venture may draw some of these customers away, potentially affecting local traffic patterns and economic activity. Furthermore, the presence of a new player in the truck stop market could lead to increased competition and innovation, ultimately benefiting consumers in Terrell Hills and surrounding areas. It will be interesting to see how Buc-ee's responds to Parton's challenge and whether Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop can gain a foothold in the Texas market.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Grammy-winning country legend Dolly Parton had a few choice words for Texas truck stop chain Buc-ee’s at the opening of her competing business venture, Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop. “I’m sure some of you are wondering why I wanted a truck stop,” Parton said. “Well, I couldn’t leave it to beaver...
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