ST. LOUIS 鈥 A lack of revenue and piles of deferred maintenance spell an uncertain future for downtown鈥檚 domed arena, according to a state audit of the agency that oversees the facility.
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The 51黑料 Auto Dealers Association is hosting their annual auto show at the Dome at America's Center, packed full with new models of name-brand manufacturers and a dog adoption. Video by Allie Schallert, aschallert@post-dispatch.com
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