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Quincy, IL -- An Augusta, Illinois family has a lot to be happy for this new year.
Meet the newest member of the Turpin family...8lbs, 19 and half inches long Carter Dean.
He was the first baby of 2010 born at Blessing Hospital.
Carter was born at one am this January 2nd.
His parents, Rebecca and Michael Turpin, weren't expecting him until the 11th, but are glad to have in their arms already.
Carter has an older brother...Jadan, who is 3-years-old.
Being the first baby of the new year at Blessing comes with a lot perks.
In fact more than $1100 worth of perks.
The Turpin family will be given dozens of items including gift certificates to places like Wal-mart and Applebees to 200 dollars worth of personal training sessions.
