The Islamic Center of Murfreesboro is a step closer to raising $1.8-million to cover the cost of their new mosque. The Muslim group has raised $1.2-million dollars to date. The new mosque is being built on Veals Road, just outside the city limits of Murfreesboro.
Local attorney Joe Brandon told WGNS that he still represents local residents who want to see construction permits for the mosque revoked.
Brandon says that proper public notice about the construction of the mosque was not given to the community prior to the permits being approved.
Attornies Brandon and Tom Smith told WGNS listeners Monday morning (10/31/2011) that their work in this case was being done pro bono (done at no charge).