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March 12: College Scholarships Awarded in Fifth Annual “Words of Wisdom” ContestLITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Ten high school seniors andcurrent college students received scholarship awards today as winners of thefifth annual “Words of Wisdom” essay contest, sponsored by Alltel Wireless. Ata luncheon at Alltel Arena in Little Rock, Ark., renowned poet Dr. Maya Angeloupresented a $10,000 scholarship to each winner to attend the participatingHistorically Black College and University (HBCU) of their choice.
January 16: Alltel Wireless and Dr. Maya Angelou celebrate Black History Month with fifth annual “Words of Wisdom” essay contest
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Alltel Wireless and world renowned poet Dr. Maya Angelou are celebrating Black History Month with the fifth annual “Words of Wisdom” essay contest. Students at participating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) nationwide are encouraged to submit their responses on the following topic: “The foundation has been laid. And as a people, we’ve shown what we can do when called upon for change. How are you being called to build upon this new spirit of change?”
January 9: VERIZON WIRELESS COMPLETES PURCHASE OF ALLTEL; CREATES NATION’S LARGEST WIRELESS CARRIER
BASKING RIDGE, N.J. - Verizon Wireless, a joint venture of VerizonCommunications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE LSE: VOD), announced todayit has completed its purchase of Alltel Corporation from AtlantisHoldings LLC. Consistent with the terms of the transaction announcedon June 5, 2008, Verizon Wireless paid approximately $5.9 billion forthe equity of Alltel. Immediately prior to the closing, the Allteldebt associated with the transaction, net of cash, was approximately$22.2 billion.
January 7: Alltel Wireless jets basketball fans to game of their choice with ‘My Circle Hoops Getaway’ sweepstakes
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Whether it’s your alma mater battling a conference rival or your favorite pro team at their home arena, Alltel Wireless, America’s largest wireless network, is making it easier then ever to get to the basketball game of your choice with its “My Circle Hoops Getaway” sweepstakes.
December 16: Alltel Wireless simplifies e-mail with introduction of Alltel Mobile E-mail
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Whether for business or pleasure, checking e-mail is a part of the daily routine and a crucial part of staying connected. Alltel Wireless, America’s largest wireless network, today announced that it is making e-mail easily accessible and more convenient with Alltel Mobile E-mail.
