Hutchinson said he will allow all public health directives to become guidelines, with the exception of the statewide mask mandate. It could become a guideline March 31, or could be extended further, he said.
Among the directives expiring Friday is the limit on capacity of spectators at large venues. The UA has capped attendance at 4,400 for home basketball games and 4,200 for home baseball games this year.
In a statement, UA athletics director Hunter Yurachek said he will work with the health department to determine if adjustments can be made to seating arrangements at the Razorbacks’ home games.