"Temptation": It's the holiday season, and Reggie's rotten reputation is still going strong! But is there something that can break his mean streak? DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents in this publication are entirely fictional. This publication contains material that was originally created in a less racially and socially sensitive time in our society and reflects attitudes that may be represented as offensive today. The stories are represented here without alteration for historical reference.
When the Andrews men can't find an affordable tree trimmer, they take it upon themselves to get the job done! Can they manage to get the tree's appearance up to Mrs. Andrews' standards and save a few bucks in the process or is their landscaping project doomed? Then, Archie and his father's relaxing summer day gets interrupted when Mrs. Andrews puts them to work cleaning out the garage. However, the pair discovers a major motivating factor in cutting their day of rest short in "Haul Trash!"
Betty & Veronica are both determined to show off their moves and become contestants on the hot new dancing TV series “SoDance Mania”! They’re ready to flaunt their dancing talents off to the world—and to out dance-number each other, too! The girls do whatever it takes to make sure their skills are top notch—but will they go too far? And will all of their hard work pay off? Find out in “Dippy Dancings,” the entertaining new lead story to this amusing comics digest!
"Dark Tidings" Sonic and Knuckles compare notes and commiserate over a fallen Sally while King Ixis Nagus plots against them. As the latest surprises pop up, this is a great jumping on point for new readers. Also in this issue: find out "Who is Harvey Who?"
"Pairing Off": With Archie's car problems making him perpetually late and in danger of detention after detention, the girls present alternatives: Betty urges Archie to take the bus in with her, but Veronica offers to pick Archie up in her sports car! Some people get "Lost" in the moment they get behind the wheel of a car, but Veronica doesn't even get that far - she's still working our way out of her labyrinthine closet! When the girls score a "Backstage Pass" to the "Tumbling Boulders" concert, they're surprised to learn that offstage the band is more "mild" than "wild!"
Archie keeps getting a special surprise gift every day: a “snackbox” filled with delicious treats and yummy goodies! The only problem is: he doesn’t know who is sending them, and they won’t stop coming! Will Archie find out the mystery snack supplier before he’s too full to move? Find out in “Snack Attack,” the hilarious lead story to this fun comics digest!
It's a lovely spring day, perfect for a walk - or so Veronica thinks! Riverdale's resident fashion maven attempts to trek to Betty's, but as it turns out, her luxurious outfits are no match for the temperamental weather. Can Veronica withstand the elements on her journey or will her imported attire be sunk? Read "Spring for Cover," the lead story of this jam-packed digest!
When Archie starts starting to get worried about his gluttonous pal Jughead’s unhealthy eating habits, he tries to get him into exercising. It’s to no avail, however, since Jughead insists that any kind of strenuous activity gives him a rash. Archie thinks it’s all in Jughead’s jug-head, but how can he explain those bumps on Jughead’s skin after every sport? Find out if Jughead’s truly allergic to exercise in “Don’t Be So Rash,” the funny lead story to this comics digest!
Chicago blues musicians parlayed a genius for innovation and emotional honesty into a music revered around the world. As the blues evolves, it continues to provide a soundtrack to, and a dynamic commentary on, the African American experience: the legacy of slavery; historic promises and betrayals; opportunity and disenfranchisement; the ongoing struggle for freedom. Through it all, the blues remains steeped in survivorship and triumph, a music that dares to stare down life in all its injustice and iniquity and still laugh--and dance--in its face. David Whiteis delves into how the current and upcoming Chicago blues generations carry on this legacy. Drawing on in-person interviews, Whiteis places the artists within the ongoing social and cultural reality their work reflects and helps create. Beginning with James Cotton, Eddie Shaw, and other bequeathers, he moves through an all-star council of elders like Otis Rush and Buddy Guy and on to inheritors and today's heirs apparent like Ronnie Baker Brooks, Shemekia Copeland, and Nellie "Tiger" Travis. Insightful and wide-ranging, Blues Legacy reveals a constantly adapting art form that, whatever the challenges, maintains its links to a rich musical past.
