DETROIT – Officials said Tuesday’s soft opening of the COVID-19 mass vaccination site at Ford Field was a success. With the site officially opening Wednesday, officials are getting ready for everybody, including those with disabilities or limited English. “We’ve been trying to be really thoughtful when it comes to language access, and people with disabilities making sure we have enough accessible vaccine pods for people with wheelchairs,” said Michigan Lt. Gov. Read: Ford Field COVID mass vaccination site prepared to open to thousandsAround 70 vaccination pods are set up and people who received the vaccine Tuesday said it was a very quick process. More: Registration for COVID-19 vaccine at Ford Field now open -- How to registerRelated News

DETROIT – Michigan residents can register for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. The vaccination site is set to officially open on March 24. Officials with Meijer said the response has been incredible -- more than 35,000 people registered for COVID vaccine at Ford Field in first day. Those wishing to register can text EndCovid to 75049 and select Ford Field as the location. Free parking will be available at the vaccination site.

Registration for COVID-19 vaccination at Ford Field in Detroit now openDETROIT – Within 24 hours after opening registration, Meijer has registered more than 35,000 people for the upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics at Ford Field. The retailer opened its online registration at about 4 p.m. Monday and have registered about 2,000 people per hour Tuesday. Officials with the store said that they have registered more than 1.7 million people for vaccination across the Midwest. “We’re excited to bring that technology -- and our expert teams -- to Ford Field to support the State of Michigan and FEMA in this critical endeavor.”Those wishing to register can text EndCovid to 75049 and select Ford Field as the location. AdYou can also click here to register online or call the COVID-19 hotline at 888-535-6136 (press 1).

DETROIT – Health officials announced on Friday that Ford Field is becoming one of 20 mass vaccination sites in the country. On Monday, it was expected that the first appointments would open up for the mass vaccination site. But a last-minute change put the process on hold until 5:45 p.m.READ: Detroit’s Ford Field becoming mass vaccination site -- What to expectMichigan residents can now register for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. The Ford Field site will operate from 8 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. seven days a week. Free parking will be available at the vaccination site.

DETROIT – Health officials announced on Friday that Ford Field is becoming one of 20 mass vaccination sites in the country. On Monday, it was expected that the first appointments would open up for the mass vaccination site. UPDATE: You can now register to get vaccinated against COVID at Ford FieldThe registration website for Meijer said that starting Monday you can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at Ford Field. READ: Detroit’s Ford Field becoming mass vaccination site -- What to expectAppointments begin on March 24. Ford Field was selected as a site to distribute vaccines because of its size, location and how easily identifiable it is.

DETROIT – Health officials announced on Friday that Ford Field is becoming one of 20 mass vaccination sites in the country. Getting vaccinated at Ford Field will be by appointment in a system that is expected to go live in a matter of days. AdREAD: Ford Field in Detroit to become mass vaccination site for Metro DetroitREAD: Henry Ford Health named medical director for mass vaccination site at Ford FieldThe site will be able to do up to 6,000 vaccines a day, taking the pressure off from the tight supply the state is allotted. The federal government is setting up an expedited online system, which will act as a clearinghouse doe all available shots. Nearly one third of adults 65 and older are fully vaccinated, with 61% having received at least one dose.

DETROIT – Henry Ford Health System (HFHS) has been named the medical director for a mass vaccination site at Detroit’s Ford Field. Officials said Henry Ford will “provide onsite expertise and oversight for the vaccine administrations and medical care as well support for the site’s operations.” Other support partners include FEMA, Wayne County, City of Detroit, Ford Field, the Detroit Lions and Meijer. The health system held a similar position at the TCF Center in 2020. “Henry Ford Health System is thrilled to serve as the health system partner for this mass vaccination effort, joining our local, state and federal partners to expand vaccination opportunities, especially in our underserved communities,” said Dr. Steven Rockoff, service chief of Emergency Medicine at Henry Ford Health System. It was initially reported in February that officials from FEMA were touring Ford Field and planning to turn the home of the Detroit Lions into a vaccination site.