Cover: Dan DeCarlo

Betty #30

Oct 1995 · Archie · 1.50 USD; 1.65 CAD

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In "One of Those Days," Betty’s marathon training takes an unexpected turn when she spots a rare Zambesia owl along the course—just as a sudden thunderstorm rolls in. Archie, focused on supporting Betty, initially refuses to help Veronica track down the escaped bird, but the storm may force them all to rethink their priorities. Written by Bob Bolling and illustrated by Doug Crane, with inks by Ken Selig, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this 1995 issue features a cover by Dan DeCarlo.

Contains 5 stories

One of Those Days

5 pp · Teen

Betty CooperAlice CooperArchie AndrewsVeronica Lodge (dream sequence only)

Glad Tidings

1 pp · Teen

Betty CooperMidge Klumpmiscellaneous teen boys

To Tell the Truth

5 pp · Teen

Betty CooperHal CooperArchie Andrews

When an experimental truth aerosol gets mixed into a batch of men's cologne Betty’s demoing at Lacy’s Department Store, the air itself starts revealing secrets—some funny, some awkward, and a few that might just change everything. Written by a longtime fan favorite and illustrated with sharp, expressive detail, this five-page gem captures the chaos and charm of a single moment gone gloriously off-script.

Just Be Yourself

5 pp · Teen

Betty CooperHal CooperAlice CooperM.T. Burrell

Owls Well That Ends Well

6 pp · Teen

Betty CooperArchie AndrewsVeronica LodgeSmithers the butler

When Archie declines to help Veronica track down her escaped Zambesia owl—choosing instead to support Betty’s marathon training—Betty unexpectedly spots the rare bird along the race route. Just as the storm clouds gather overhead, the chase begins.