ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - On August 18, Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) posted a bulletin reminding residents that the next-to-last stage of area code overlay for the 318 area code region begins August 25 .

WHAT IS AREA CODE OVERLAY?

Area code overlay is the introduction of a new area code to a region.

In this case, 457 is being added to the 318 area code region, which covers Alexandria, Bossier City, Monroe, Ruston and Shreveport, as well as many other smaller communities.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

Starting on August 25, 2025, those living in the 318 region must dial 10 digits (area code + 7-digit telephone number) for all local calls, including calls within their same area code.

Put another way...On and after August 25, if you dial just seven digits, your call will not

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