Taking a cab seemed like a good idea, until I found out that the drive from mid-state Kansas to western Nevada takes 18 hours. Even with the 2 hours you'd gain by changing time zones, it's impossible. Looks like I'll have to charter a plane, or get a ticket for the next outbound flight. Hopefully that solution is within my budget... airfare is not cheap, despite William Shatner's negotiation efforts.
NEW CHALLENGE:
You're locked in a square room made of smooth stainless steel. There is no door, and no windows. The only items with you in the room are a baseball bat, a piano, and a hand-saw. How do you escape? (Three possible solutions.) Good luck!