Ruff to retire before new term

“Having recently been diagnosed with cancer, and entering into an aggressive and ongoing treatment regimen, I have concluded I may not be able to devote 100% of my focus to doing the work needed..."

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Sen. Frank Ruff to retire

State Sen. Frank Ruff is retiring at the end of his current term after being diagnosed with cancer. He just won reelection last month but will not take the oath for the new four-year term in January. He also announced that he is endorsing his former legislative aid to replace him.