Martha Jones

Strategist | Writer | Marketer | Former instructor - UofM School of Journalism and Mass Comm. Views are mine. Value: passion, integrity, and curiosity

[Martha Jones @Marti_Jones]

So many wonderful tributes to the world's beloved @DollyParton. This was one of my favorites

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

Column: Dolly Parton’s lack of children demonstrated that the world could in fact love a woman who wasn’t a mother.

But more importantly, she was proof that a person could be an advocate for children while personally choosing against parenting. https://t.co/y37KSOj2cv

[NASA Goddard @NASAGoddard]

A stellar Coat of Many Colors for Dolly Parton, forever among the stars 💗

[Martha Jones @Marti_Jones]

@DollyParton you made this world better in so many ways. A true talent original. Your name is special.

[Dolly Parton @DollyParton]

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at https://t.co/cLu9I7M2wC

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at https://t.co/arzrqInqJA

[ABC News @ABC]

A Connecticut dog who defended a child against a charging bear earlier this month has been officially recognized for her bravery. https://t.co/hjGjCXPfZE

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

The Fields Medal, awarded every four years to mathematicians under 40, was given to Yu Deng, John Pardon, Jacob Tsimerman and Hong Wang for their groundbreaking work.

Wang is only the third woman to win. https://t.co/TCOo01xaGj

[MLB @MLB]

Wishing a happy 104th birthday to Rachel Robinson!

Founder of The Jackie Robinson Foundation in honor of her late husband, Rachel continues to be an inspiration for all. 💙

[SnoopyVibes Fan @SnoopyVibep4]

He didn't win the cup. He won our respect. 🇳🇴

[Ultras Clips @ultras_clips]

🚨🇳🇴 The Vikings have taken over Miami Beach 🚣

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Breaking News: Wally Funk, the trailblazing female pilot who, at 82, became the oldest person to fly in space, has died at 87. https://t.co/ZER7Y45xAM

[Michael Beschloss @BeschlossDC]

Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of our Declaration of Independence (with revisions by John Adams and Benjamin Franklin), 1776:

[New Heights @newheightshow]

London’s Calling

THE PRINCE WILLIAM EPISODE. NOON ET.
@KensingtonRoyal

[Jeremy Siegel @jersiegel]

Norway fans are doing a “Viking Row” up the escalator at Boston’s South Station before heading to the World Cup

Adding this to the list of things I’ve never seen before and probably never will again

[vbspurs @vbspurs]

Queen Mary and King George V attending the All-England Tennis' Championships at Wimbledon, c1932.

So clear, so vibrant, you'd think this photo had been taken recently.

[Michael Beschloss @BeschlossDC]

General Eisenhower grieving at US cemetery, Normandy, France, two decades after D-Day, which was today 1944:

[Martha Jones @Marti_Jones]

My father served in D-Day - Hero

[Michael Beschloss @BeschlossDC]

General Eisenhower's June 5, 1944, note for the message he would issue if the D-Day invasion failed the next day. He said that if there was any blame, "it is mine alone."

[Martha Jones @Marti_Jones]

@amyklobuchar Hopefully Amy will address the decimation of #rural health by Mayo Clinic. In the last nine years @amyklobuchar has never visited Albert Lea to talk to citizens about our lack of accessible. affordable care. She didn’t care about us. We were the canary in the coal mine.

[Frank Luntz @FrankLuntz]

Pallbearers and attendees are being sought for the funeral of 98-year-old WW2 veteran John Bernard Arnold III, who died on May 6th with no living relatives.

Visitation will be this Monday, May 18th at St. Joseph the Worker Church in Hanson, Massachusetts at 10am.

A funeral mass will follow at 11am, and burial will take place at Cedar Knoll Cemetery in Taunton, Massachusetts.

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