kcprin - if you are near kansas city (which I am guessing based on your signature) you have large alum groups in your area who are ready to help you with recs. However, you are going to be late with this if you don't act NOW.

Don't forget, your recs don't have to come from the town you live in. They can be from anywhere. Think of relatives and friends in other towns who might be of help.

It helps if the person writing you a recommendation knows you personally or is in your same area (so they can get information about you). If it's a "6 degrees of separation" referral, that is better than no recommendation at all.