Wharton is getting its first-ever dog park at Santa Fe Trail, thanks to a successful fundraising campaign. Construction started on Monday, with separate sections for small and large dogs, each equipped with fun obstacles. There’ll be water fountains and pet waste disposal areas too. The park will also have benches and a parking lot, connected by a sidewalk. The Wharton Beautification Commission raised $40,000 for this project as part of their 2022 initiatives.