A Drumheller footballer, who dominated the gridiron as a Titan, is moving on to bigger fields.
    On February 5 Tanner Borowicz, son of Lawrence and Cindy, signed to play with University of Calgary Dinos. This September he will commence his studies and wear the red and gold.
    Tanner came late to football, but was a standout in lacrosse and basketball at St. Anthony’s.  He played in Grade 9, but only rejoined the Titans in his senior year. He quickly became an integral part of the team’s offence and defense in its campaign for the provincial title.
    He graduated from St. Anthony’s in 2013 and there was interest from post secondary schools for Tanner to join their squad.
    “Because I only played for a year there weren’t scouts following me around, but coach Ron Laprise talked to Simon Fraser and the University of Calgary… and gave them tape (video),” said Tanner.
    He had ambitions to play at Simon Fraser University, which plays in the NCAA. This led him to play junior football for the Valley Huskers in Chilli
wack. He was also invited to a Team Canada tryout.
    “It was a big step-up from high school football, but it can only go up from there,” said Tanner of his experience with the Huskers.
     Tanner then narrowed his focus to the University of Calgary and was able to participate in a workout and practice with the Dynos and they liked what they saw.
   “They asked me to bring a tape, and I went to a morning practice. There was me and another recruit from Edmonton there and they gave us a tour of the campus,” said Tanner.
   “Coach Blake Nil walked into the office, looks me in the eye and says ‘Tanner, I want you here.’ There is nothing better than that feeling.”
   Tanner will be heading to the school in the fall and he wants to study sociology with an eye on studying law, or kinesiology. He said there are possibilities for him to earn a scholarship as he progresses. Until then, he will continue to train and work out under the guidance of a trainer in preparation for next season.

  Following confirmation of a case of measles in a resident, and subsequent identification of two additional probable cases of measles, both in Central Zone residents, Alberta Health Services is advising the public of potential exposures to measles disease in multiple central Alberta locations.
  Specifically, individuals who were at any of the following locations may have been exposed to measles disease.
   In Red Deer, officials are aware that possible exposure could have taken place on February 3 at Crossroads Church in Red Deer County, Red Deer City Hall, Wal-Mart on 50 Ave., Saples on Hwy. 2,    Scott’s Parables, Costco on Hwy. 2, and the Red Deer Key hole.
  There could have also been exposure at Bower Place Mall from February 3-7.
  Officials also say there is potential exposure in a number of locations in Canmore on February 1, including Tim Hortons, Subway and Humpty’s on 48th and the Camrose Community Centre Field House.    
  There could also be exposure at Sobeys and Walmart in Stettler on February 2.
  Individuals who were in the above locations in the noted timeframes and who have NOT already had measles disease, or who have NOT received two doses of measles vaccine, may be at risk for developing measles.
  These individuals are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms of measles. If symptoms of measles do develop, these individuals are advised to stay home and call Health Link Alberta (1-866-408-5465) before visiting any health care facility or provider.
  Symptoms of measles include:
•    Fever of 38.3 C or higher; and
•    Cough, runny nose and/or red eyes; and
•    A red blotchy rash that appears three to seven days after fever starts, beginning behind the ears and on the face, spreading down to the body, and then to the arms and legs.
  Measles is an extremely contagious disease, spread easily through the air. Though there is no treatment for measles, it can be prevented through immunization.
  In Alberta, measles vaccine is offered, free of charge, through Alberta’s publicly funded immunization program. Children in Alberta typically receive their first dose of measles vaccine at 12 months of age, and their second dose between the ages of four and six years.
  Albertans uncertain of their or their child’s immunization history, or need for immunization, can call their local public health office or Health Link Alberta to discuss.