Locals and visitors stopped smelling the lavender long enough this weekend to line the aisles of the new  Ross Dress For Less, 1055 W. Washington St., Sequim.

The retailer opened for business on Friday, July 15, with a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, July 16.

Ross’ hours are 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturdays, and 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sundays. Contact the store at 683-4451.

Sequim Gazette photo by Matthew Nash