Vicksburg Live Cam

Since the founding of Vicksburg in 1811, the Mississippi River has had enormous impact on the economic development of the area. Today's continued growth is no exception. The scenic river city is once again experiencing economic growth as a direct result of the river's newest industry... dockside casino gaming. As is the case with much of the area, even our newest industry is steeped in history. Back in 1835, a cad and known gambler, Burt Cabler, disrupted the Vicksburg Rifle Corps' annual July 4th picnic. A city-wide melee resulted in 20 days of vigilante law and disappearance of institutional gaming for over 25 years. Today, gaming is respectable, and one of the fastest-growing segments of the United States' entertainment industry. An estimated 50% of the U.S. adult population has gamed in a casino at some point in their life. From a demographic standpoint, casino gaming incidence is highest among the affluent, college-educated, older households.