RIP, Dolly Parton the Chicken
Dolly Parton the Chicken passed away suddenly and peacefully on June 6, 2024. Dolly was originally from Delta and moved to Carbondale with four flock mates when she was just a pullet.
After being christened Dolly Parton, she took the name and grew into a beautiful, blond, full-feathered girl. Taking after her namesake, Dolly was very involved with the community. She raised money here in Carbondale by participating in fundraisers and helping to put on events, such as Chicken Poop Bingo. Through this work, she helped pay off the student lunch debt at Carbondale Middle School, raised money to help a multi-generational family in Maui after the fire last year as well as for many nonprofits in the Valley.
Dolly was a proud member of KDNK. In her memory, people can sign their animal companions up for a Pet Membership at KDNK or make a donation to Colorado Animal Rescue.
Rest in peace, Dolly Parton. You were a good chicken.