Ford County is located on the middle east section of Illinois. It was originally part of Vermilion County. Its name came from Thomas Ford ( also known as the eighth governor). He served from December 8, 1842 to December 9, 1846.
       
        Ford County is home to a large number of cities and towns. A list of these include Cabery, Elliott, Gibson City, Kempton, Melvin, Paxton, Piper City, Roberts, Sibley, and Stelle.

         Ford County's county seat is in Paxton, IL 60957.
                                                               
            Bayless Lake is also located in Ford County.