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New area code launching around Seattle starting June 10
The Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) announced that the area code “564″ will launch on June 10 in the Seattle ...
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Kentucky's 502 area code is running out of numbers. How to weigh in on what happens next.
Do you feel strongly about your area code? Well, it’s your time to shine. The Kentucky Public Service Commission is ...
Say hello to Seattle’s new area code
As the 206 area code is almost exhausted in Seattle, a new code will hit the city next month. Say hello to 564. The new area ...
When did RI get its 401 area code ... and how long will it last? Crunching the numbers
Rhode Island is one of only 11 states with a single area code. What and Why RI looks at how long that might last.
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When did RI get its 401 area code ... and how long will it last? Crunching the numbers
Rhode Island received the 401 area code in January 1947, one of the original area codes assigned by AT&T. Originally, operators connected calls, but area codes were developed to speed up the ...