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Wreath lit at Kentucky Capitol in remembrance of more than 2,000 lost to COVID-19

Just months ago, a similar ceremony was held when Kentucky had reached 1,000 COVID-19 deaths.

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear honored the more than 2,000 Kentuckians lost to COVID-19 at the Capitol Monday.

The governor, first lady, Lt. governor and Kentucky State Police Honor Guard were present for the ceremony in which a wreath was lit in remembrance of those who have died from the virus.

Just months ago, a similar ceremony was held when Kentucky had reached 1,000 COVID-19 deaths.

You can watch the full ceremony below: 

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