[Tall_Texan]

Would Steve have a cell phone? Credit cards?

If I was suddenly stranded in a town the size of Joplin and did not have a way to call, I would find a motel room for the night. Try some of the chains (Motel 6, Super 8). Joplin is a popular highway stop because I-44 turns into a toll turnpike when it enters Oklahoma.

[oceanperch]

Good idea and if he had been enjoying holiday spirits he may not have the best judgement.

Happens to the best of us.