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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
· 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 Alamo Heights News
Dolly Parton's decision to open her own truck stop, Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop, and her subsequent jab at Buc-ee's, raises questions about the potential impact on the local economy in Alamo Heights . As a community within the San Antonio area, Alamo Heights is likely to feel the effects of increased competition in the truck stop market. Buc-ee's has a strong presence in Texas, and its reputation for cleanliness and wide range of amenities has made it a popular stop for travelers. If Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop is able to attract a significant share of the market, it could lead to changes in the way local businesses operate and potentially even affect the city's transportation infrastructure. The success of Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop will be worth watching, as it could have a ripple effect on the local business landscape in Alamo Heights and beyond.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
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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