Grand Prairie is in the news after Texas Gov. Abbott threatened to withhold state funds over a Muslim-only Eid event at a taxpayer park. Population ~175k, Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
The Eid event at Epic Waters in Grand Prairie has been cancelled after Texas Gov. Abbott threatened to withhold public safety funds. Organizer Aminah Knight had advertised the event as Muslim-only, prompting criticism and prompting changes to emphasize modest dress and inclusivity.