The Daily Advance's countdown of the year's top 10 stories ends with story No. 1 — coverage of the economic recession’s effects on the Albemarle.
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The Daily Advance's coverage this year included stories about wildfires, a visit from former President Bill Clinton, as well as this year's historic elections. To see more than 50 of our top photos from 2008, click on the link below.