Archie Comics Digest #19

In "A Bum Deal," Jughead finds himself cleaning windows for Veronica's party—only to discover he’s not invited. Furious, he turns the blinds into a makeshift invitation, scribbling "Open House Free Food" on the inside, drawing a surprising crowd of hoboes to the doorstep.

In "Odd Art," Veronica and Betty clash over the value of a mysterious painting, leading to a playful bet that spirals when the price is accidentally slashed by two decimal places. Betty surprises Veronica by buying the piece for her, only to reveal the prank—and soon, Mr. Lodge’s well-intentioned charity scheme sends the whole situation into unexpected territory.

When Archie accidentally unleashes a catchy chant that traps itself in people’s heads, he quickly learns the hard way that once it’s stuck, it won’t leave—unless he can pass it on. With Dolly on the trolley found a seat by golly echoing through Riverdale, he’ll need to find a new victim before the tune drives him mad.

In "Neatness Counts," Li'l Jinx and Gigi are covered in grime after helping clean the barbecue, prompting Li'l Jinx’s dad to challenge her to stay clean for a full week. The promise of a toy baking set as a reward only makes her more determined to prove that even messy fun can be sweet—especially when it involves mud pies.

In "Exercise Caution," Archie and Reggie's well-intentioned plan to bring Midge and Jughead together backfires when Moose unexpectedly walks in on them—caught mid-conversation with Midge, the whole situation spiraling faster than a record on a scratched turntable.

In "Father Knows Least," Mr. Andrews panics after reading a newspaper article about teens eloping, only to spiral when he overhears Archie talking to Veronica about a trip and his packed bags—leaving him convinced his son is about to run off with the girl. The story captures the classic mix of teenage mischief and parental overreaction that defines the Archie universe.

In "Washington Bound," Jughead’s relentless craving for a drive-by diner leads the gang on a detour straight to the White House—just in time for a quick snack. After a long ride filled with classic Archie chaos, the group finally arrives in Washington, D.C., with their appetites—and adventures—still very much alive.

In "All Around the Town," the Riverdale crew takes a whirlwind tour of Washington, D.C., marveling at landmarks like the White House, the Washington Monument, and the Lincoln Memorial. When Dilton slips away during the Capitol visit to deliver a speech to Congress, he accidentally stumbles into an official carrying classified documents—leading to a mix-up that lands him in trouble.

In "Flyin' High," Archie and the gang visit the Smithsonian Institute, where chaos unfolds as Archie tries to keep Dilton from causing trouble. When the two boys end up struggling, Archie tumbles into the Wright Brothers' plane suspended from a ceiling wire—only for the wire to snap, sending him gliding through the museum's halls.

In "Sporting Chance," Betty finds herself unexpectedly matched against Veronica in a friendly rivalry when Mr. Lodge, moved by her frustration, gives her a weekly allowance equal to Veronica’s—just for one week. Now armed with the same financial edge, Betty must navigate the sudden shift in their usual dynamic, testing what it truly means to compete on equal ground.

In "Picnic Pooper," Jughead sets his sights on securing the prized picnic basket Mabel Diffendorfer will contribute to the school’s UNICEF fundraiser—after all, she’s the school’s best cook. But as always, his meticulous planning is derailed by the chaos only a high school picnic can deliver.

In "The Carson's Creek Story," Little Archie finds himself on a surprising quest after Miss Grundy assigns a report on Riverdale’s history—only to be guided by the ghost of Joshua Carson, the town’s founding pioneer, who shares tales of the early days. With the spirit’s help, the young reporter uncovers the past in ways he never expected, all while navigating the mysteries of Carson’s Creek.

In "Love in Gloom," Fred tries to explain to Mary that the tough-sounding jabs boys trade—like "You ol' hoss thief"—are really just their way of showing affection. But when the boys turn genuinely angry at Archie, and Mary overhears them hunting down that "carrot-topped creep," she’s convinced they’re expressing love in their own rough way.

In "My Favorite Fiend," Jughead Jones sets out to win a television by selling the most raffle tickets for the children's hospital—claiming he’s just looking to offload it to friends. But when Archie, Betty, and Veronica conspire to out-sell him at every turn, the competition heats up, and everyone ends up selling exactly 50 tickets. Jughead still wins by selling 80, and when Mr. Weatherbee reveals the twist, it’s not the friends he sold the TV to—but the children at the hospital themselves.

In "Money Happy Returns," Archie's request for a bigger allowance sets off an unexpected experiment when Fred agrees to shadow him for a week, hoping to see just how much more expensive dating has become since his own teenage years. As the two navigate modern teen life, the contrast between past and present spending habits leads to some eye-opening — and often hilarious — moments.

In the quirky backwoods of Possum Holler, Betty Lou Cooper and Ronnie Lodge are locked in a spirited rivalry over Archie, each determined to win his hand—despite Archie’s clear preference to stay out of the crossfire. When pressure mounts and the girls’ antics grow too much to bear, Archie bolts into the woods, fleeing straight into the cave of a legendary, grumpy old bear.

In "Puppy Love," Moose feels neglected by Midge and convinces Archie to pretend to be a secret admirer to stir her jealousy. Midge, misunderstanding the situation, decides she wants to date Archie instead. When Moose catches them kissing, the fallout is immediate and dramatic.