The desire of this community to succeed and not give up was the best and most encouraging thing from day one. They were fighting for their lives and their jobs. Everyone, from the mill manager to the mayor of the town, was willing to do what it takes to see that this succeeded. Gearing Up for the Future Today, DWOC roars to a start every day at 7 a.m., just as it's always done. Except that things are done a little differently now.
Employees bring their own coffee, paper towels and toilet paper to work.
They don't take vacations, collect benefits or receive raises. So far, their plan is working. We still get that paycheck. Like the other employees, Williams handles a variety of duties. She sews, inspects, checks quality, even sweeps and cleans.