Easy Wireless Service Now Available in Louisville!
LOUISVILLE, KY — Imagine a wireless service with no annual contracts, no credit checks and the ability to talk as long as you want for one low, flat monthly rate. With the flexibility of Cricket mobile phone service, a high-quality, affordable and predictable wireless service, you won't waste any more time counting your minutes.
Cricket® unlimited wireless service is making its debut in both Louisville and Lexington on July 11th, serving a previously underserved demographic. In celebration of Cricket's arrival in Louisville, Cricket-sponsored community events will be held throughout the week, including unlimited free TARC rides on July 10 and a Grand Opening Festival complete with skydivers at the West Broadway location on July 11.
Users receive flat rate calling plans that offer unlimited anytime minutes and unlimited text, picture and instant messaging for only $45 a month with no credit checks or contract hassles. As the leader of unlimited anytime minutes with no annual contracts required, Cricket service offers an alternative for those individuals and businesses looking for affordable, flat-rate wireless services.
Over 1.7 million subscribers use Cricket service across the country from New York to California. Cricket service gives affordable flexibility and freedom back to the user with flat rate calling plans that offer unlimited anytime minutes within the Cricket calling area. The home calling area for Lexington residents will also include Louisville, Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus and Toledo. Cricket phones and service can be purchased and activated at 62 locations throughout the Louisville Metro area. The three Cricket retail stores are conveniently located at 3125 West Broadway, 4431 Dixie Highway and 3600 Mall Road at Bashford Manor.
"Cricket is one of the fastest growing wireless phone services in the nation," said Sean Lloyd, Cricket District Director in Louisville. "Our $45 unlimited calling plan is the best value in the business, and customers across the country are responding. We are excited to offer Louisville this option."
Highlights of Cricket Kick-Off
Discounted Gas Promotion
July 8, 2006
In honor of simpler cell phone service, Cricket is sponsoring 99 cent per gallon gas at the Shell station located at 300 South 1st Street. From 9:00-10:00 am, Louisville citizens can be reminded of a time when gas wasn't nearing $3 a gallon.
Cricket Unlimited Ride Day on TARC
July 10, 2006
Free public transportation for a day for everyone in the city limits sounds to good to be true, right? Just like Cricket offers unlimited wireless minutes, free TARC rides will be provided to all Louisville residents.
West Broadway Grand Opening Festival
July 11, 2006
Mayor Jerry Abramson will officially cut the cord at the 3125 West Broadway location. Skydivers, inflatable games and free food will make this festival fun for the whole family. Stop by beginning at 10:00 a.m. for this parking lot party!
Dixie Highway Store Grand Opening Festival
July 14, 2006
The Honorable Sherry S. Connor, Mayor of Shively, will be on hand to kick off the cord-cutting celebration at the 4431 Dixie Highway location. The kids will love the inflatable 20 foot slide and the entire family can enjoy the free barbeque feast. The fun will begin at 11:00 a.m.
Bashford Manor Grand Opening Festival
July 18, 2006
The party begins at 11:00 a.m. when local VIPS cut the cord at the Bashford Manner Mall store. Come out for the festivities and complimentary food.
About Cricket
Cricket is a simple, affordable mobile phone service offering customers and local businesses flat-rate, unlimited service over a high-quality, all-digital wireless network. Designed for customers under-served by traditional communications companies, Cricket is the pioneer of unlimited minutes with no long-term commitments or credit checks required. Cricket service offers customers access to a variety of the latest handsets and feature-rich mobile applications such as unlimited text, instant and picture messaging, popular games, ringtones and wallpapers. For more information on Cricket visit www.mycricket.com.
