Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #36

In "Destruct," Mr. Lodge and Smithers revel in the quiet of the Lodge mansion—Archie’s vacation has finally given them peace—only to spiral into panic at the thought of his sudden return and the chaos he might bring. Written by a team known for their playful takes on Riverdale’s quirks, the story captures the absurd dread of two adults terrified of a teenage boy’s accidental destruction.

When Jinx and the other kids can't convince their parents to buy them sting ray bikes, they strike out in a wildly different direction—forming a rock band inspired by The Beatles, hoping to earn enough cash to finally ride in style. With guitars, dreams, and a whole lot of teenage energy, they dive into music, chasing fame one noisy chord at a time.

In "Rummage Rumpus," Veronica hits a local rummage sale with a budget and a plan—until her shopping instincts spiral into a costly spree. What starts as a hunt for bargains quickly turns into a lesson in impulse, with every "steal" adding up faster than she expected.

Jo and her friends rally to save an old abandoned house from being turned into a trailer park, only to face off against a gruff old miser who has other plans for the land. With a mix of heart and humor, they fight to prove that community and memory matter more than profit.