Starting today, phone calls require area code

Starting Sunday, all phone calls will require an area code to connect, even if you’re just calling across the street, according to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Local 10-digit dialing (area code + telephone number) has been mandated by the FCC for everyone with a 337 or 504 telephone number, regardless of service provider. The change in di...

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