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Dolly Parton in Wilmington 1978 | Wilmington News
A forgotten 1981 letter from a UNC Wilmington student reveals Dolly Parton’s early days as a rising star, recalling her 1978 concert in Wilmington — a time when she was still building her legend before becoming a global icon. The letter also celebrates other legendary acts like Heart, Foreigner, Jimmy Buffett, and Yes, painting Wilmington as a vibrant live music hub decades ago. It’s a charming time capsule showing how even future legends had humble beginnings — and sometimes, their stories are tucked away in unexpected places like a college newspaper. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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