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Dolly Parton Signs Hit NY Highways | Albany News
New York State turned up the charm on the highway with Dolly Parton-themed traffic signs—“Jolene, Jolene, Jolene... Don’t speed” and “I will always love safe driving”—pop-up along I-87 near Clifton Park, sparking joy and safety awareness. To honor the legend, seventeen landmarks lit up pink, from the Empire State Plaza to the World Trade Center, as Governor Hochul called her a “beacon of hope.” While federal officials warn such pop-culture messages could distract drivers, research shows they can actually boost compliance when paired with humor and clear instructions. And when asked why, DOT…
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