MSU's Dr. Abdul Yarali Reacts to Mayfield's Mosque Denial

Published: Aug. 27, 2010, 4 a.m.

Lack of adequate parking was cited as the reason for Tuesday's decision to disallow the construction of a mosque in Mayfield. The decision was met by cheers by those in attendance. The news was not applauded by the Muslim community in neighboring Murray; instead deepening concerns that western Kentucky cannot provide an appropriate venue for the growing Muslim community to worship.