PADUCAH, Ky. (WSIL) -- The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree made its way into Kentucky as part of its journey from Nevada to Washington, D.C. on Friday.

The Illinois State Police, Cairo Police in Illinois, and Ballard County Sheriff's Office in Kentucky ensured a safe transfer at the state line. Kentucky State Police also joined other law enforcement agencies to escort the tree in Kentucky. Close

US Capitol Christmas Tree Escort

The Paducah Police Department continued the escort into downtown Paducah, where the tree was displayed at the farmers market Friday evening.

Kenworth provided a specially designed T680 truck to transport the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in Nevada. The truck's design celebrates the "Spirit of the Silver State" with a s

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