Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #261

In "Weather Vain," Betty’s accidental brush with a light sprinkle earns her unexpected compliments, sparking a playful rivalry when Veronica decides to chase the same attention—by walking to school in a downpour, determined to match her friend’s moment in the spotlight.

In "Model Citizen," Veronica and Betty take a quirky turn trying to channel their inner supermodel by balancing books on their heads—only to be outdone by Jughead, who casually shows them the real trick. With a mix of humor and unexpected wisdom, the trio finds a surprising spark in an ordinary challenge.

When Veronica catches the flu during a sleepover at the Cooper house, her usual independence takes a backseat—especially when Betty heads off to school. With a pager in hand, Veronica doesn’t hesitate to call for help, turning an ordinary day into a quiet, unexpectedly tender moment between friends.

When Betty agrees to watch her neighbor’s dog for a week, she’s ready for a simple favor—until the pup turns the Cooper household upside down. With chaos on four paws and Jo caught in the middle, even the most careful plans go off the leash.

Veronica’s plans for the big dance crumble when Hank sprains his ankle, leaving her stuck at home while Betty heads off with Archie—two best friends, one heartbreak, and a whole lot of jealousy simmering in the quiet of a Saturday night.

When reality TV star Robin Lurch arrives at the Lodge mansion to film an episode of *Lifestyles of the Famously Rich*, Veronica finds herself scrambling to find the perfect outfit—because nothing in her closet feels quite right for the spotlight.

In "Of Dates and Nuts," Veronica dives into the school paper’s "Date-Mate" column, eyeing her romantic options—only to turn the page into a challenge when she dares Betty to a judo match to win a date with one of the guys listed. The rivalry heats up as the two friends trade playful jabs and athletic moves, all in the name of love and a little friendly competition.

Veronica, hurt by criticism from her friends and father after a shopping spree, finds herself drawn to a clique of upper-class snobs who push her toward a subtle prank on Betty—testing where loyalty, pride, and peer pressure might lead.

In "She's a Card," Jo and her friends find themselves sidelined as the boys obsess over baseball cards, leaving the girls out of the fun. While Veronica tries to change their ways, Betty takes a different approach—why not join them, one card at a time?

Betty’s latest science fair project takes a bizarre turn when she accidentally gets trapped inside a full-body alien costume. When Veronica drives her home, a passerby snaps a photo that sets off a chain reaction—now everyone thinks Veronica is being held captive by an intergalactic intruder.