Sale of some cellular businesses in rural areas will clear the way for AT&T to buy Dobson and solidify its rural coverage.
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You may receive a notice from AT&T before the new cell phone company send your theirs but, I wouldn't hold your breath.
In conclusion, you get the short end of the stick and/or screwed.
- From a former AT&T Wireless Customer Care Associate