Portland council marks ‘Dolly Day’ with drag performance and proclamation
Before the formal meeting, the council hosted a Dolly Parton tribute featuring local drag performer Nicole Anoscopy and remarks from Laurie McNichols of the Imagination Library; Mayor Keith Wilson read a proclamation naming Sept. 25 ‘Dolly Parton Day’ for the city.
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Council President Dunphy opened a light‑hearted pre‑gavel ceremony on Sept. 23 that turned a routine start-of-meeting into a tribute to Dolly Parton. Local drag performer Nicole Anoscopy led the chamber in several of Parton’s signature songs, including Jolene and 9 to 5, and the room cheered “Happy Dolly Day.”
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