When Peggy gets a real-estate listing, she finds that the family living in the house is scaring off buyers; and she goes to unusual lengths to fix the problem.
Joseph becomes a star quarterback at Landry Middle School, and a prestigious private school comes recruiting; Joseph doesn't want to go, but Dale can't resist the payoff the private school offers him.
When Peggy's birthday celebrations promise to disappoint her once again, she decides to plan her own party aboard a train that features a murder-mystery play.
When Bobby is framed for throwing a soda can at the school's police officer, he is assigned to work with him for one week as punishment; and Hank accidentally steals the wrong guy's wallet.
When Hank and Bobby build a boat for Arlen's annual regatta, Hank must overcome his phobia of bats in order to get the job done.