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  5. Cheney, Home Of The Eagles, Soars Into BLS Partnership

Cheney, home of the Eagles, soars into BLS partnership

OLYMPIA, WASH. – Aug 1, 2019 – The Department of Revenue today announced that Cheney has become the newest partner in the state’s Business Licensing Service.

Cheney, at the top of the Columbia Plateau and 15 miles southwest of Spokane, is the 101st local government to join the signature service that combines state and local licensing processes. Cheney is home to about 11,000 residents and more than 500 active businesses that serve students of Eastern Washington University, residents and workers.

A complete list of BLS partner cities is available at City license endorsements.


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