Lawsuit filed in Arkansas over secret agreement for military drone manufacturer

A retired University of Arkansas professor is suing Fayetteville over its nondisclosure agreement for a military-grade drone manufacturer, as the secrecy surrounding data centers and other economic deals in the state faces increased scrutiny.

Northwest Arkansas residents for months have fought against a Swarm Aero facility in Fayetteville, with opponents citing its manufacturing of military-grade drones, issues surrounding city approval and nondisclosure agreements signed by city officials.

UA professor emeritus of anthropology and Middle …