Jughead with Archie Digest #65

When Jughead insists he’s the perfect pick to restring unstrung mandolins for the community event, Archie and Betty aren’t buying it—so they challenge him to prove it. What follows is a whirlwind of musical mayhem and stubborn pride, all in the name of a bet no one expected to go so far.

In "String Along," Jughead's latest obsession—collecting string—leads to a chain of mishaps when he ties a length to Reggie's belt, hoping Archie will follow him. What starts as a simple prank quickly spirals when Archie, unaware of the twist, ends up trailing a dog instead.

In "We're In the Money," Archie and Jughead take on a garage-cleaning job for Mr. Lodge, only to find a used copy machine they can keep. Eager to launch a poster business, they soon discover the machine has a strange, unexpected habit.

In "Wipe Out," Archie’s jealousy over Veronica’s interest in the flashy drag racer Ace Marvelus leads him to sabotage the race by engineering a showdown with the unimpressive Slab Camshaft. With a mix of mischief and misplaced confidence, Archie sets his sights on turning the track into his own personal prank arena—just as the engines roar to life.

In "Good Booking," the sales training class kicks off a contest to see who can sell the most product, turning everyday interactions into high-stakes negotiations. As the competition heats up, it seems Betty is using her sharp wit and keen observation to gather something far more valuable than sales—evidence that could expose her classmates.

In "Wrist Twist," Jughead discovers the secret of jiu jitsu from a book and puts his new skills to the test in a match against the formidable Horrible Herman. When Herman’s own grappling style turns the tide, Jughead finds himself caught in a dizzying exchange of flips and rebounds—leaving him shaken, literally and figuratively. Now, even the thought of a handshake sends him into a panic.

In "Squeeze Play," Betty sets a rule: her friends must only speak the truth. To avoid hurting her feelings, the guys start giving her exactly what they think she wants to hear—leaving her blissfully unaware of the growing game of careful words and hidden intentions.

In "Modern Madness," Mr. Weatherbee takes it upon himself to educate the students on "real art" after disapproving of the psychedelic stickers on Archie's car—only to find his lesson sparks unexpected creativity in ways he never imagined.

In "Camp Calamity," Archie and the gang team up with Mr. Weatherbee to transform a neglected campsite into a summer haven—only to discover the place is far from the peaceful retreat they imagined. When things go off the rails, Archie sets out to convince Mr. Lodge to help them find a more suitable spot, turning an ordinary cleanup into an unexpected adventure.

In "Spice of Life," Reggie spots Archie sprinting off and assumes he's headed to meet Veronica, sparking a playful pursuit. Jughead, noticing Reggie in hot pursuit, jumps in on the chase, turning a simple moment into a lighthearted race through Riverdale.

Archie’s latest batch of wild suggestions—like turning the school cafeteria into a theme park—ends up in the White House, much to Mr. Weatherbee’s surprise. When the principal decides to scrap the suggestion box for good, he’s forced to reconsider after learning just how far Archie’s antics have traveled.

In "Cookie Crumble," Jughead’s sudden obsession with buying up Girl Scout cookies has Archie and Reggie convinced he’s onto a secret money-making scheme—though what he’s really up to remains a mystery.