Before smartphones, landline telephones were the way most people kept in touch. And until direct dialing became common, a switchboard operator's assistance was often needed to help with long-distance ...

This column was originally published on Nov. 7, 1993. The little group was made up of what you could call mature citizens, of which I was one, and we were talking about how things used to be. A woman ...

The last day of this month is the final call for the “Hello Operator” exhibit at the Sioux City Public Museum. It features iconic telephones, historic photographs and switchboards. Museum curator Matt ...