The Tennessean Travel Stop has a new business partner: Dolly Parton.
The country music singer, philanthropist and Tennessee native will reopen the travel stop at 3686 Pulaski Highway, Cornersville, Tennessee, in early summer 2026 under a new name, Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop. Additional locations across the state will be announced in 2026, according to the brand’s website.
“I have spent the bulk of my life on the road, and more specifically on a bus,” Parton said in a statement on the website. “All the years spent visiting greasy spoon cafes, truck stops and roadside pit stops have given me an understanding of what traveler’s desire on the road. Whether you are driving a truck, a bus or a car, you want a place that feels like home and recharges you for the rest of your journey. I believe we will fill a void out there on the highways, all while bringing the heart and soul of Tennessee.”
The Tennessean Travel Stop is located at exit 22 off I-65, about 60 miles south of Nashville. The collaboration with Parton unites the trusted Tennessean Travel Stop brand, known for quality service and regional roots, with the cultural reach and Tennessee spirit of Parton, the website said.
Pictured above are Gregory H. Sachs, chairman and CEO of Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop; Dolly Parton; and Danny Nozell, founder and CEO of CTK Enterprises and Parton’s manager. | Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stops website
The partners said they are keeping “specific design details under wraps until the official unveiling.” The flagship location will remain open while it’s under renovation, and it will introduce an “evolved travel experience that integrates modern amenities, curated dining and authentic regional retail with the approachable comfort travelers expect from both brands,” according to the website.
“The Tennessean has long been a ‘home away from home’ for truck drivers, travelers and locals alike. Our roots in this community run deep—we’ve created jobs, built connection and welcomed generations of people through our doors,” said Gregory H. Sachs, chairman and CEO of the Tennessean Travel Stop and investment firm Sachs Capital Group. “This new partnership allows us to carry that legacy forward in a way that celebrates everything special about Tennessee. Together with Dolly and her team, we’re reimagining what a travel stop can be—transforming it into a warm, inviting destination where everyone feels welcome to slow down, kick up their feet and stay awhile.”
More details on opening timelines, design partners and expansion markets are expected “in the coming months,” Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop’s website said. Travel stop representatives could not immediately be reached by CSP for more information.
The Tennessean Travel Stop was established in 1974, according to its website. It describes itself as “more than your average truck stop,” and features a drive-thru, with food offerings including Pop’s BBQ, Southern Restaurant and Bar, along with a section for ice cream, coffee and donuts. It also has live music and events.
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