I called Cricket Wireless and they said that it is because the phone number is showing as a wireline (landline) in the system that they are not able to port it over to their services. They asked me to give them Republic's phone number to solve the issue. But I can't find any number for them to call.
Quick Answer. Potato salad can be refrigerated for three to five days after preparation. For best results, the salad should be stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent moisture and contaminants from entering. Because potato salad does not freeze well, freezing is not recommended to extend its shelf life.
Your friend is incorrect. The potatoes have a fairly neutral PH (acid versus alkaline) so they allow the bad stuff to grow when unrefrigerated. My personal guideline is 1/2 hour, but I usually put potato salad out in a bowl lined with a larger bowl that has ice in it. For transporting a potato salad to an event I have found that the blue ice containers (freezer packs) work well.