Centre County is a county located in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its county seat is Bellefonte. The county was created on February 13, 1800, from parts of Huntingdon, Lycoming, Mifflin, and Northumberland counties and named for its central location in the state.

Centre County is part of the State College, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area.

The county is governed by a three-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected every four years.

The county is served by the Centre County Library and Historical Museum, which is located in Bellefonte. The library offers a variety of services, including books, magazines, newspapers, audio books, DVDs, and online resources.

The county is also home to Penn State University, which is located in State College. Penn State is the largest employer in the county, and is a major contributor to the local economy.

The county is served by the Centre Area Transportation Authority, which provides public transportation throughout the county. The county is also served by the Centre County Transit Authority, which provides public transportation to the surrounding counties.

The county is served by the Centre County Parks and Recreation Department, which operates several parks and recreational facilities throughout the county. The department also offers a variety of recreational programs and activities for all ages.

The county is served by the Centre County District Attorney's Office, which is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in the county.

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