Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #276

Archie sets out to help Mr. Weatherbee clear the school after a snowstorm, convinced the Christmas party is off — but he’s accidentally cleared the wrong day, leaving the school in chaos just hours before the big event. With the party still on, Archie must scramble to fix his mix-up before the entire school is snowed under.

When Reggie stumbles upon the dark side of Archie’s power, he learns that tapping into his own inner rottenness can transform him into the smug, self-serving villain Evilheart—just as Archie’s goodness fuels Pureheart the Powerful. Now, with a new costume and a twisted sense of confidence, Reggie’s got a whole new way to mess with Riverdale’s heroes—no good deeds required.

Archie’s thrilled to borrow his uncle’s flashy new car for a date with Veronica, but the road trip takes a surprising turn when the gas guzzler drains his wallet faster than he can fill the tank.

In "Homeboy," Veronica finds herself paired with a classmate by Mr. Lodge, hoping for a smooth date—only to discover her date’s awkward charm might just be a match for Archie’s own brand of disaster, leaving Lodge’s prized antiques in even worse shape.

In "Over the Hill," Archie sets out to ride his inner tube down a snowy hill, but when the usual side is bare, he takes a chance on the less-traveled path—leading straight into a creek. With a mix of nerves and excitement, he plunges into the unknown, chasing a thrill only the wild side of the hill can offer.

When better prospects arise, Reggie and Veronica consider leaving the Archies—only to find themselves back at the band’s side when a surprise TV opportunity pulls them together again. A quick, heartfelt moment of connection in the midst of change, this five-page story captures the real heart of what it means to be part of something bigger than yourself.

Archie’s worried the guys’ll get hurt playing sports and miss their big gig, so he convinces them to try cheerleading instead—thinking it’ll be easy. Turns out, the pom-poms are lighter than the pressure, and the stunts are anything but simple.

In "Psyche Saga," Archie and Reggie both try to win Veronica’s favor by competing in a high-stakes basketball game, with her deciding to go out with the one who scores the most points. The rivalry heats up as the whole school gets caught up in the hype, turning a simple game into a full-blown showdown of ego, hustle, and questionable sportsmanship.

Archie’s morning commute takes a wild turn when a night of freezing rain leaves him stranded—until he improvises with a pair of spiked golf shoes. Now, with his feet protected but his plan untested, he’s headed to school with a very unusual stride.

When a mysterious thief known only as "Mr. X" steals a briefcase of vital maps from Fred, the only clue to catching him lies in an unexpected place: Spotty the dog’s fierce aversion to cats. With Fred’s company in danger and the maps in jeopardy, Spotty’s quirks may be the key to unraveling the mystery—though whether his instinct will lead to a breakthrough or a tailspin remains to be seen.