The Carroll school district will begin the process of searching for a new athletic director, as Ronnie Tipps has turned in his resignation.

It may be hot — really hot — but that doesn’t mean nature’s colorful creations cannot be found in abundance. For example, the beautiful orange hibiscus blooming at Bicentennial Park in Southlake, left, brightens the day for park visitors. And the mimosa blossom, below, is a shock of colors close-up that adds an almost tropical look on the roadside of South White Chapel Boulevard. Wherever you look outdoors you’ll be able to find the beauty of nature, if you’re willing to brave the heat.

The city has toughened watering restrictions as the summer moves into August, historically the driest month of the summer.

Chesapeake Energy has temporarily stopped pursing new gas leases in Southlake, the company announced in front of hundreds at Monday’s SPIN meeting.

The Lady Dragons’ 2007 volleyball season provided plenty of flash and flare. A 32-6 record, a share of the district title and a 19-1 late-season roll helped comprise a successful year.

Carroll junior Mary Louise "ML" Morrison and Grapevine junior Rose Whitehead are good friends, but get them talking about their girls basketball teams’ chances next year and the competitive juices start flowing.

Carroll’s second head-to-head matchup with top hockey team Marcus Red produced similar results: another good game, but Marcus once again came away with a win in overtime.