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Murdaugh Retrial Reopens: Alex Murdaugh’s lawyers say he was “surprised” after South Carolina’s Supreme Court overturned his double-murder convictions, pointing to “multiple alternative theories” as a new trial is ordered. Legal Ripple Effects: The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for families to sue truck brokers in state court over deadly crash claims—an outcome that could reshape liability across the trucking world. Local Courts Watch: South Carolina prosecutors move to revoke bond for a woman accused of leaving the state while out on house arrest in a Pee Dee-area murder case. Travel & Tourism: Myrtle Beach is getting a new Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Verdae Village, while drought grips the region—Horry and Georgetown counties are at extreme levels. Community Good News: A man returned a lost $500 lottery ticket and later won a $586K jackpot; and Spirit Airlines ex-workers are suing over alleged improper layoff notices and unpaid benefits. Culture Calendar: Columbia’s weekend lineup blends Black Expo, jazz, horror, and garden festivals.

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