PHOTO GALLERY: 47th District nominee John Wright celebrates his win

A watch party is held for state representative candidate for the 47th District John Wright on Tuesday at the General Store in Rocheport.   |  Caitlin Jones

Supporters of John Wright gather to await the results from Tuesday's primary at the Rocheport General Store.   |  Caitlin Jones

John Wright, candidate for state representative for Missouri's 47th district, enjoys mint chocolate chip ice cream during a watch party Tuesday evening at the General Store in Rocheport. "It's perfect for a summer evening," Wright said about his ice cream.   |  Caitlin Jones

John Wright shows a frame of pictures to his friends and family during his watch party Tuesday evening at the General Store in Rocheport. The images were from Wright's first fundraiser event, which was a fish fry.   |  Caitlin Jones

John Wright, left, hugs his mother Sarah Riddick after his win was announced during a watch party Tuesday evening. Riddick was a big part of Wright's campaign. "The most fun I had was going door to door. People really appreciate the effort, especially in the heat this summer," Riddick said.   |  Caitlin Jones